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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 99,332 miles on the clock, averaging 10,402 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 YG66 LYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,915 |
| Average per year | 10,402 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YG66 LYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YG — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 66 — September 2016 to February 2017 |
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About YG66 LYJ
What car is YG66 LYJ?
YG66 LYJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Leeds in 2016.
What is the mileage of YG66 LYJ?
The last recorded mileage for YG66 LYJ was 99,332 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YG66 LYJ passed its MOT?
YG66 LYJ has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is YG66 LYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YG66 LYJ 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 YG66 LYJ?
YG66 LYJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 66 means registered between 1 September 2016 and 28 February 2017.