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 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 113,258 miles on the clock, averaging 12,502 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 YA16 BDF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,258 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YA16 BDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YA16 BDF
What car is YA16 BDF?
YA16 BDF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2016.
What is the mileage of YA16 BDF?
The last recorded mileage for YA16 BDF was 113,258 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA16 BDF passed its MOT?
YA16 BDF has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2026.
Is YA16 BDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA16 BDF 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 YA16 BDF?
YA16 BDF is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.