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 Petrol 1395cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 70,350 miles on the clock, averaging 8,443 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for BU16 MKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 70,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,266 |
| Average per year | 8,443 |
| 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.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU16 MKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 MKG
What car is BU16 MKG?
BU16 MKG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 MKG?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 MKG was 70,350 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 MKG passed its MOT?
BU16 MKG has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.
Is BU16 MKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 MKG is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BU16 MKG?
BU16 MKG is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.