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 70,359 miles on the clock, averaging 7,172 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for GM16 VEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,247 |
| Average per year | 7,172 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GM16 VEW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GM — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GM16 VEW
What car is GM16 VEW?
GM16 VEW is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2016.
What is the mileage of GM16 VEW?
The last recorded mileage for GM16 VEW was 70,359 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GM16 VEW passed its MOT?
GM16 VEW has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2026.
Is GM16 VEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GM16 VEW 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 GM16 VEW?
GM16 VEW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.