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 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 88,238 miles on the clock, averaging 7,830 miles per year, around 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 SD16 GLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 88,238 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,830 |
| 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 | SD16 GLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SD16 GLJ
What car is SD16 GLJ?
SD16 GLJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2016.
What is the mileage of SD16 GLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SD16 GLJ was 88,238 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD16 GLJ passed its MOT?
SD16 GLJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is SD16 GLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD16 GLJ 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 SD16 GLJ?
SD16 GLJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.