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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 137,455 miles on the clock, averaging 5,709 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 RV16 EMF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,394 |
| Average per year | 5,709 |
| 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
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 | RV16 EMF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About RV16 EMF
What car is RV16 EMF?
RV16 EMF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2016.
What is the mileage of RV16 EMF?
The last recorded mileage for RV16 EMF was 137,455 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV16 EMF passed its MOT?
RV16 EMF has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.
Is RV16 EMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV16 EMF 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 RV16 EMF?
RV16 EMF is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.