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GC65 COU

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 61,161 miles on the clock, averaging 4,848 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for GC65 COU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
61,161
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
100%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
4,848

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,161 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,614
Average per year4,848
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GC65 COU 27k35k44k53k61k '19'26'23

Check GC65 COU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,161 miles
Since last MOT+5,614 miles
PASS
Mileage55,547 miles
Since last MOT+6,326 miles
PASS
Mileage49,221 miles
Since last MOT+6,098 miles
PASS
Mileage43,123 miles
Since last MOT+5,265 miles
PASS
Mileage37,858 miles
Since last MOT+4,247 miles
PASS
Mileage33,611 miles
Since last MOT+2,517 miles
PASS
Mileage31,094 miles
Since last MOT+4,418 miles
PASS
Mileage26,676 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

RegistrationGC65 COU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeGC — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier65 — September 2015 to February 2016

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About GC65 COU

What car is GC65 COU?

GC65 COU is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.

What is the mileage of GC65 COU?

The last recorded mileage for GC65 COU was 61,161 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GC65 COU passed its MOT?

GC65 COU has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.

Is GC65 COU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GC65 COU 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 GC65 COU?

GC65 COU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.