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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 40,157 miles on the clock, averaging 6,378 miles per year, below 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 SL17 VBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 40,157 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,725 |
| Average per year | 6,378 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL17 VBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About SL17 VBG
What car is SL17 VBG?
SL17 VBG is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2017.
What is the mileage of SL17 VBG?
The last recorded mileage for SL17 VBG was 40,157 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL17 VBG passed its MOT?
SL17 VBG has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.
Is SL17 VBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL17 VBG 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 SL17 VBG?
SL17 VBG is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.