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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 71,654 miles on the clock, averaging 7,219 miles per year, below 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 YL16 WGN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,654 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,441 |
| Average per year | 7,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | YL16 WGN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YL16 WGN
What car is YL16 WGN?
YL16 WGN is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2016.
What is the mileage of YL16 WGN?
The last recorded mileage for YL16 WGN was 71,654 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL16 WGN passed its MOT?
YL16 WGN has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Mar 2026.
Is YL16 WGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL16 WGN 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 WGN?
YL16 WGN is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.