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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 160,929 miles on the clock, averaging 11,603 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 WG16 VEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,929 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,603 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | WG16 VEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About WG16 VEA
What car is WG16 VEA?
WG16 VEA is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Exeter in 2016.
What is the mileage of WG16 VEA?
The last recorded mileage for WG16 VEA was 160,929 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG16 VEA passed its MOT?
WG16 VEA has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is WG16 VEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG16 VEA 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 WG16 VEA?
WG16 VEA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.