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 36,970 miles on the clock, averaging 3,482 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for GU16 EVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 36,970 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,854 |
| Average per year | 3,482 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | GU16 EVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About GU16 EVL
What car is GU16 EVL?
GU16 EVL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.
What is the mileage of GU16 EVL?
The last recorded mileage for GU16 EVL was 36,970 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU16 EVL passed its MOT?
GU16 EVL has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is GU16 EVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU16 EVL 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 GU16 EVL?
GU16 EVL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.