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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 73,754 miles on the clock, averaging 4,862 miles per year, well below 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 PJ16 VDM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,754 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,715 |
| Average per year | 4,862 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | PJ16 VDM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PJ16 VDM
What car is PJ16 VDM?
PJ16 VDM is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PJ16 VDM?
The last recorded mileage for PJ16 VDM was 73,754 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ16 VDM passed its MOT?
PJ16 VDM has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 May 2026.
Is PJ16 VDM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ16 VDM 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 PJ16 VDM?
PJ16 VDM is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.