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 2017 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 87,655 miles on the clock, averaging 11,471 miles per year, above 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 YL17 VAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 87,655 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,642 |
| Average per year | 11,471 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL17 VAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About YL17 VAF
What car is YL17 VAF?
YL17 VAF is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2017.
What is the mileage of YL17 VAF?
The last recorded mileage for YL17 VAF was 87,655 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL17 VAF passed its MOT?
YL17 VAF has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2025.
Is YL17 VAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL17 VAF 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 YL17 VAF?
YL17 VAF is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.