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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 131,471 miles on the clock, averaging 13,774 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 PL17 GLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 131,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,774 |
| 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
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL17 GLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About PL17 GLF
What car is PL17 GLF?
PL17 GLF is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2017.
What is the mileage of PL17 GLF?
The last recorded mileage for PL17 GLF was 131,471 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL17 GLF passed its MOT?
PL17 GLF has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2025.
Is PL17 GLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL17 GLF 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 PL17 GLF?
PL17 GLF is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.