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 every one. It has 113,298 miles on the clock, averaging 6,565 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 RE16 YYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,516 |
| Average per year | 6,565 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 YYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 YYS
What car is RE16 YYS?
RE16 YYS is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RE16 YYS?
The last recorded mileage for RE16 YYS was 113,298 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE16 YYS passed its MOT?
RE16 YYS has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2026.
Is RE16 YYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE16 YYS 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 YYS?
RE16 YYS is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.