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AU16 RKX

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 85,142 miles on the clock, averaging 10,109 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 AU16 RKX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
85,142
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2019
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
10,109

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading85,142 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,952
Average per year10,109
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AU16 RKX 11k30k48k67k85k '19'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,142 miles
Since last MOT+7,952 miles
PASS
Mileage77,190 miles
Since last MOT+11,298 miles
PASS
Mileage65,892 miles
Since last MOT+12,004 miles
PASS
Mileage53,888 miles
Since last MOT+11,719 miles
PASS
Mileage42,169 miles
Since last MOT+10,611 miles
PASS
Mileage31,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,558 miles
Since last MOT+19,186 miles
PASS
Mileage12,372 miles
Since last MOT+1,013 miles
PASS
Mileage11,359 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage11,359 miles

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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)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 RKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeAU — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About AU16 RKX

What car is AU16 RKX?

AU16 RKX is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Norwich in 2016.

What is the mileage of AU16 RKX?

The last recorded mileage for AU16 RKX was 85,142 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AU16 RKX passed its MOT?

AU16 RKX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.

Is AU16 RKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AU16 RKX 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 AU16 RKX?

AU16 RKX is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.