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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 36,691 miles on the clock, averaging 3,161 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for EK16 OTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,691 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,844 |
| Average per year | 3,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | EK16 OTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About EK16 OTY
What car is EK16 OTY?
EK16 OTY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.
What is the mileage of EK16 OTY?
The last recorded mileage for EK16 OTY was 36,691 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK16 OTY passed its MOT?
EK16 OTY has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.
Is EK16 OTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK16 OTY 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 EK16 OTY?
EK16 OTY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.