Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2016 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 66,505 miles on the clock, averaging 5,693 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for NJ16 ZCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,795 |
| Average per year | 5,693 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NJ16 ZCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NJ16 ZCY
What car is NJ16 ZCY?
NJ16 ZCY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NJ16 ZCY?
The last recorded mileage for NJ16 ZCY was 66,505 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ16 ZCY passed its MOT?
NJ16 ZCY has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2025.
Is NJ16 ZCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ16 ZCY is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NJ16 ZCY?
NJ16 ZCY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.