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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 272,884 miles on the clock, averaging 27,335 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for PL15 BMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 272,884 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26,297 |
| Average per year | 27,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL15 BMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 15 — March 2015 to August 2015 |
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About PL15 BMU
What car is PL15 BMU?
PL15 BMU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2015.
What is the mileage of PL15 BMU?
The last recorded mileage for PL15 BMU was 272,884 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL15 BMU passed its MOT?
PL15 BMU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2024.
Is PL15 BMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL15 BMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PL15 BMU?
PL15 BMU is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 15 means registered between 1 March 2015 and 31 August 2015.