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HG16 KAU

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 80,770 miles on the clock, averaging 7,547 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 HG16 KAU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
80,770
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2019
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
7,547

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 reading80,770 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,699
Average per year7,547
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HG16 KAU 26k40k53k67k81k '19'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage80,770 miles
Since last MOT+12,699 miles
PASS
Mileage68,071 miles
Since last MOT+6,470 miles
PASS
Mileage61,601 miles
Since last MOT+7,174 miles
PASS
Mileage54,427 miles
Since last MOT+9,129 miles
PASS
Mileage45,298 miles
Since last MOT+5,101 miles
PASS
Mileage40,197 miles
Since last MOT+5,367 miles
PASS
Mileage34,830 miles
Since last MOT+8,911 miles
PASS
Mileage25,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,919 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

RegistrationHG16 KAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeHG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About HG16 KAU

What car is HG16 KAU?

HG16 KAU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2016.

What is the mileage of HG16 KAU?

The last recorded mileage for HG16 KAU was 80,770 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HG16 KAU passed its MOT?

HG16 KAU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.

Is HG16 KAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG16 KAU 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 HG16 KAU?

HG16 KAU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.