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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 86,816 miles on the clock, averaging 9,746 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for RA65 WAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,903 |
| Average per year | 9,746 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | RA65 WAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About RA65 WAU
What car is RA65 WAU?
RA65 WAU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RA65 WAU?
The last recorded mileage for RA65 WAU was 86,816 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA65 WAU passed its MOT?
RA65 WAU has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.
Is RA65 WAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA65 WAU 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 RA65 WAU?
RA65 WAU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.