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 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 87,350 miles on the clock, averaging 9,980 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for NL16 XPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 87,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,460 |
| Average per year | 9,980 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL16 XPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About NL16 XPU
What car is NL16 XPU?
NL16 XPU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2016.
What is the mileage of NL16 XPU?
The last recorded mileage for NL16 XPU was 87,350 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL16 XPU passed its MOT?
NL16 XPU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Aug 2025.
Is NL16 XPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL16 XPU 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 NL16 XPU?
NL16 XPU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.