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GM16 KJA

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourWhite
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 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 151,696 miles on the clock, averaging 17,629 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 GM16 KJA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
151,696
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
17,629

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 reading151,696 miles
Reading date
Miles last year26,120
Average per year17,629
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GM16 KJA 37k66k94k123k152k '19'25'23

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,696 miles
Since last MOT+26,120 miles
PASS
Mileage125,576 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,552 miles
Since last MOT+26,500 miles
PASS
Mileage99,052 miles
Since last MOT+26,673 miles
PASS
Mileage72,379 miles
Since last MOT+18,621 miles
PASS
Mileage53,758 miles
Since last MOT+5,687 miles
PASS
Mileage48,071 miles
Since last MOT+11,246 miles
PASS
Mileage36,825 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

RegistrationGM16 KJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeGM — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About GM16 KJA

What car is GM16 KJA?

GM16 KJA is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.

What is the mileage of GM16 KJA?

The last recorded mileage for GM16 KJA was 151,696 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GM16 KJA passed its MOT?

GM16 KJA has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2025.

Is GM16 KJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GM16 KJA 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 GM16 KJA?

GM16 KJA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.