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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 87,794 miles on the clock, averaging 11,319 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 GL16 SYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 87,794 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26,778 |
| Average per year | 11,319 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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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.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL16 SYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GL16 SYW
What car is GL16 SYW?
GL16 SYW is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GL16 SYW?
The last recorded mileage for GL16 SYW was 87,794 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL16 SYW passed its MOT?
GL16 SYW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2024.
Is GL16 SYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL16 SYW 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 GL16 SYW?
GL16 SYW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.