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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 88,556 miles on the clock, averaging 9,466 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 VYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 88,556 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,313 |
| Average per year | 9,466 |
| 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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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YP16 VYY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VYY
What car is YP16 VYY?
YP16 VYY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2016.
What is the mileage of YP16 VYY?
The last recorded mileage for YP16 VYY was 88,556 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP16 VYY passed its MOT?
YP16 VYY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.
Is YP16 VYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP16 VYY 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 VYY?
YP16 VYY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.