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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 116,557 miles on the clock, averaging 13,473 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for DS16 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 116,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,785 |
| Average per year | 13,473 |
| 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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CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS16 VAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About DS16 VAU
What car is DS16 VAU?
DS16 VAU is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2016.
What is the mileage of DS16 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for DS16 VAU was 116,557 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS16 VAU passed its MOT?
DS16 VAU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is DS16 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS16 VAU 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 DS16 VAU?
DS16 VAU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.