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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 72,540 miles on the clock, averaging 9,166 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 SY16 XLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 72,540 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,935 |
| Average per year | 9,166 |
| 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 | SY16 XLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SY16 XLW
What car is SY16 XLW?
SY16 XLW is an white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.
What is the mileage of SY16 XLW?
The last recorded mileage for SY16 XLW was 72,540 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY16 XLW passed its MOT?
SY16 XLW has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Sep 2025.
Is SY16 XLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 XLW 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 SY16 XLW?
SY16 XLW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.