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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 27,627 miles on the clock, averaging 2,204 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 LJ16 GCW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 27,627 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,599 |
| Average per year | 2,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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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.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LJ16 GCW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About LJ16 GCW
What car is LJ16 GCW?
LJ16 GCW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2016.
What is the mileage of LJ16 GCW?
The last recorded mileage for LJ16 GCW was 27,627 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ16 GCW passed its MOT?
LJ16 GCW has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Feb 2026.
Is LJ16 GCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ16 GCW 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 LJ16 GCW?
LJ16 GCW is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.