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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 72,780 miles on the clock, averaging 4,742 miles per year, well 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 RE16 BSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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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 | RE16 BSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About RE16 BSZ
What car is RE16 BSZ?
RE16 BSZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RE16 BSZ?
The last recorded mileage for RE16 BSZ was 72,780 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE16 BSZ passed its MOT?
RE16 BSZ has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2026.
Is RE16 BSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE16 BSZ 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 RE16 BSZ?
RE16 BSZ is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.