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 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 117,861 miles on the clock, averaging 13,496 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for SW17 DBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 117,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,003 |
| Average per year | 13,496 |
| 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
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)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW17 DBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About SW17 DBX
What car is SW17 DBX?
SW17 DBX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2017.
What is the mileage of SW17 DBX?
The last recorded mileage for SW17 DBX was 117,861 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW17 DBX passed its MOT?
SW17 DBX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is SW17 DBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW17 DBX 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 SW17 DBX?
SW17 DBX is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.