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PJ16 XSZ

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 64,780 miles on the clock, averaging 7,157 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for PJ16 XSZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
64,780
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
7,157

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading64,780 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,109
Average per year7,157
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ16 XSZ 16k28k40k53k65k '19'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,780 miles
Since last MOT+2,109 miles
PASS
Mileage62,671 miles
Since last MOT+9,990 miles
PASS
Mileage52,681 miles
Since last MOT+7,841 miles
PASS
Mileage44,840 miles
Since last MOT+5,488 miles
PASS
Mileage39,352 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,352 miles
Since last MOT+8,487 miles
PASS
Mileage30,865 miles
Since last MOT+7,397 miles
PASS
Mileage23,468 miles
Since last MOT+7,653 miles
PASS
Mileage15,815 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

RegistrationPJ16 XSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About PJ16 XSZ

What car is PJ16 XSZ?

PJ16 XSZ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.

What is the mileage of PJ16 XSZ?

The last recorded mileage for PJ16 XSZ was 64,780 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ16 XSZ passed its MOT?

PJ16 XSZ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.

Is PJ16 XSZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ16 XSZ 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 PJ16 XSZ?

PJ16 XSZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.