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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 54,596 miles on the clock, averaging 5,054 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for YL16 MTK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 54,596 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,086 |
| Average per year | 5,054 |
| 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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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL16 MTK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YL16 MTK
What car is YL16 MTK?
YL16 MTK is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2016.
What is the mileage of YL16 MTK?
The last recorded mileage for YL16 MTK was 54,596 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL16 MTK passed its MOT?
YL16 MTK has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is YL16 MTK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL16 MTK 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 YL16 MTK?
YL16 MTK is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.