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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 85,210 miles on the clock, averaging 10,244 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 PK16 WLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 85,210 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,094 |
| Average per year | 10,244 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | PK16 WLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PK16 WLJ
What car is PK16 WLJ?
PK16 WLJ is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PK16 WLJ?
The last recorded mileage for PK16 WLJ was 85,210 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK16 WLJ passed its MOT?
PK16 WLJ has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2021.
Is PK16 WLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK16 WLJ 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 PK16 WLJ?
PK16 WLJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.