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 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 79,023 miles on the clock, averaging 6,848 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 TCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 79,023 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,128 |
| Average per year | 6,848 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 TCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 TCY
What car is PL16 TCY?
PL16 TCY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 TCY?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 TCY was 79,023 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 TCY passed its MOT?
PL16 TCY has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Jul 2026.
Is PL16 TCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 TCY 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 PL16 TCY?
PL16 TCY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.