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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 124,622 miles on the clock, averaging 14,043 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 YP16 UVZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,721 |
| Average per year | 14,043 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YP16 UVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YP16 UVZ
What car is YP16 UVZ?
YP16 UVZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2016.
What is the mileage of YP16 UVZ?
The last recorded mileage for YP16 UVZ was 124,622 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP16 UVZ passed its MOT?
YP16 UVZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is YP16 UVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP16 UVZ 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 YP16 UVZ?
YP16 UVZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.