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 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 74,391 miles on the clock, averaging 7,792 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for SF16 XLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 74,391 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,800 |
| Average per year | 7,792 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SF16 XLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SF16 XLM
What car is SF16 XLM?
SF16 XLM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2016.
What is the mileage of SF16 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for SF16 XLM was 74,391 miles, recorded on 11 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF16 XLM passed its MOT?
SF16 XLM has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 May 2026.
Is SF16 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF16 XLM 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 SF16 XLM?
SF16 XLM is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.