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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 82,467 miles on the clock, averaging 7,714 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for RE16 YYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 82,467 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,002 |
| Average per year | 7,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE16 YYR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About RE16 YYR
What car is RE16 YYR?
RE16 YYR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RE16 YYR?
The last recorded mileage for RE16 YYR was 82,467 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE16 YYR passed its MOT?
RE16 YYR has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2025.
Is RE16 YYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE16 YYR 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 RE16 YYR?
RE16 YYR is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.