Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
EK16 OUL

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
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 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 76,355 miles on the clock, averaging 7,709 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.

MOT & Mileage History for EK16 OUL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
76,355
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
7,709

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading76,355 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,617
Average per year7,709
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EK16 OUL 20k34k48k62k76k '19'26'22

Check EK16 OUL

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,355 miles
Since last MOT+3,617 miles
PASS
Mileage72,738 miles
Since last MOT+8,775 miles
PASS
Mileage63,963 miles
Since last MOT+9,555 miles
PASS
Mileage54,408 miles
Since last MOT+11,092 miles
PASS
Mileage43,316 miles
Since last MOT+9,583 miles
PASS
Mileage33,733 miles
Since last MOT+4,460 miles
PASS
Mileage29,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,273 miles
Since last MOT+8,791 miles
PASS
Mileage20,482 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,482 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

CRBC

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK16 OUL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeEK — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

More EK16 O plates

Browse all EK16 O registrations from Chelmsford.

About EK16 OUL

What car is EK16 OUL?

EK16 OUL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2016.

What is the mileage of EK16 OUL?

The last recorded mileage for EK16 OUL was 76,355 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EK16 OUL passed its MOT?

EK16 OUL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.

Is EK16 OUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK16 OUL 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 EK16 OUL?

EK16 OUL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.