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 Petrol 1395cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 48,885 miles on the clock, averaging 4,678 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for WG16 YEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,885 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,015 |
| Average per year | 4,678 |
| 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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CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WG16 YEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| 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 YEL
What car is WG16 YEL?
WG16 YEL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Exeter in 2016.
What is the mileage of WG16 YEL?
The last recorded mileage for WG16 YEL was 48,885 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG16 YEL passed its MOT?
WG16 YEL has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.
Is WG16 YEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG16 YEL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is WG16 YEL?
WG16 YEL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.