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MR08 RMS

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 86,728 miles on the clock, averaging 7,984 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 MR08 RMS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
86,728
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2019
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,984

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 reading86,728 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,531
Average per year7,984
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MR08 RMS 30k44k58k73k87k '19'26'24

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,728 miles
Since last MOT+4,531 miles
PASS
Mileage82,197 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,195 miles
Since last MOT+5,243 miles
PASS
Mileage76,952 miles
Since last MOT+7,145 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,807 miles
PASS
Mileage70,477 miles
Since last MOT+6,146 miles
PASS
Mileage64,331 miles
Since last MOT+6,585 miles
PASS
Mileage57,746 miles
Since last MOT+7,487 miles
PASS
Mileage50,259 miles
Since last MOT+20,116 miles
PASS
Mileage30,143 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

RegistrationMR08 RMS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeMR — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MR08 RMS

What car is MR08 RMS?

MR08 RMS is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2016.

What is the mileage of MR08 RMS?

The last recorded mileage for MR08 RMS was 86,728 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MR08 RMS passed its MOT?

MR08 RMS has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2026.

Is MR08 RMS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MR08 RMS 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 MR08 RMS?

MR08 RMS is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.