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GX16 XZD

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlue
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 88,371 miles on the clock, averaging 7,800 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for GX16 XZD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
88,371
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2019
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,800

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading88,371 miles
Reading date
Miles last year231
Average per year7,800
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GX16 XZD 32k46k60k74k88k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,371 miles
Since last MOT+231 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,140 miles
Since last MOT+4,523 miles
PASS
Mileage83,617 miles
Since last MOT+5,485 miles
PASS
Mileage78,132 miles
Since last MOT+8,123 miles
PASS
Mileage70,009 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,998 miles
Since last MOT+7,242 miles
PASS
Mileage62,756 miles
Since last MOT+11,078 miles
PASS
Mileage51,678 miles
Since last MOT+5,230 miles
PASS
Mileage46,448 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,448 miles
Since last MOT+14,275 miles
PASS
Mileage32,173 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,173 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

RegistrationGX16 XZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeGX — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About GX16 XZD

What car is GX16 XZD?

GX16 XZD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2016.

What is the mileage of GX16 XZD?

The last recorded mileage for GX16 XZD was 88,371 miles, recorded on 11 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX16 XZD passed its MOT?

GX16 XZD has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2026.

Is GX16 XZD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX16 XZD 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 GX16 XZD?

GX16 XZD is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.