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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 23,905 miles on the clock, averaging 1,877 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 PL16 PLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 23,905 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,774 |
| Average per year | 1,877 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 PLF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 PLF
What car is PL16 PLF?
PL16 PLF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 PLF?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 PLF was 23,905 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 PLF passed its MOT?
PL16 PLF has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Jul 2026.
Is PL16 PLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 PLF 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 PL16 PLF?
PL16 PLF is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.