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 Polo Petrol 1395cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 123,320 miles on the clock, averaging 12,713 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 RUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,320 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,681 |
| Average per year | 12,713 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 RUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 RUV
What car is PL16 RUV?
PL16 RUV is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 RUV?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 RUV was 123,320 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 RUV passed its MOT?
PL16 RUV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.
Is PL16 RUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 RUV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PL16 RUV?
PL16 RUV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.