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EA66 CAU

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
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 126,603 miles on the clock, averaging 14,881 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 EA66 CAU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
126,603
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
14,881

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 reading126,603 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,881
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EA66 CAU 29k54k78k102k127k '19'26'24

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,603 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,603 miles
Since last MOT+13,208 miles
PASS
Mileage113,395 miles
Since last MOT+23,387 miles
PASS
Mileage90,008 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,006 miles
Since last MOT+18,388 miles
PASS
Mileage71,618 miles
Since last MOT+6,975 miles
PASS
Mileage64,643 miles
Since last MOT+31,214 miles
PASS
Mileage33,429 miles
Since last MOT+332 miles
PASS
Mileage33,097 miles
Since last MOT+3,654 miles
PASS
Mileage29,443 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

RegistrationEA66 CAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier66 — September 2016 to February 2017

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About EA66 CAU

What car is EA66 CAU?

EA66 CAU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.

What is the mileage of EA66 CAU?

The last recorded mileage for EA66 CAU was 126,603 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA66 CAU passed its MOT?

EA66 CAU has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.

Is EA66 CAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA66 CAU 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 EA66 CAU?

EA66 CAU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 66 means registered between 1 September 2016 and 28 February 2017.