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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 133,078 miles on the clock, averaging 15,499 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 SN16 YYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,078 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 15,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SN16 YYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SN16 YYA
What car is SN16 YYA?
SN16 YYA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SN16 YYA?
The last recorded mileage for SN16 YYA was 133,078 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN16 YYA passed its MOT?
SN16 YYA has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.
Is SN16 YYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN16 YYA 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 SN16 YYA?
SN16 YYA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.