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 Diesel 1598cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 85,446 miles on the clock, averaging 9,322 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for RA16 UFT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 85,446 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,914 |
| Average per year | 9,322 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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
| Registration | RA16 UFT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About RA16 UFT
What car is RA16 UFT?
RA16 UFT is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RA16 UFT?
The last recorded mileage for RA16 UFT was 85,446 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA16 UFT passed its MOT?
RA16 UFT has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.
Is RA16 UFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA16 UFT 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 RA16 UFT?
RA16 UFT is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.