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 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 81,289 miles on the clock, averaging 7,701 miles per year, around 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 YC16 XAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 81,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 266 |
| Average per year | 7,701 |
| 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 | YC16 XAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YC16 XAJ
What car is YC16 XAJ?
YC16 XAJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2016.
What is the mileage of YC16 XAJ?
The last recorded mileage for YC16 XAJ was 81,289 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC16 XAJ passed its MOT?
YC16 XAJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.
Is YC16 XAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC16 XAJ 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 YC16 XAJ?
YC16 XAJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.