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 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 104,147 miles on the clock, averaging 10,064 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 YL65 VMA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,147 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,064 |
| 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
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL65 VMA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About YL65 VMA
What car is YL65 VMA?
YL65 VMA is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2016.
What is the mileage of YL65 VMA?
The last recorded mileage for YL65 VMA was 104,147 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL65 VMA passed its MOT?
YL65 VMA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.
Is YL65 VMA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL65 VMA 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 YL65 VMA?
YL65 VMA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.