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 Bmw 3 Series Diesel 1995cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 74,806 miles on the clock, averaging 6,261 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 diesel engine is known for timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for YL16 VKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,041 |
| Average per year | 6,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Bmw 3 Series
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL16 VKJ |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 3 Series |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1995cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YL16 VKJ
What car is YL16 VKJ?
YL16 VKJ is a grey Bmw 3 Series, diesel (1995cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2016.
What is the mileage of YL16 VKJ?
The last recorded mileage for YL16 VKJ was 74,806 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL16 VKJ passed its MOT?
YL16 VKJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.
Is YL16 VKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL16 VKJ 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 VKJ?
YL16 VKJ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.