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SH16 XXB

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 84,283 miles on the clock, averaging 8,001 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 SH16 XXB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
84,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
8,001

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading84,283 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,582
Average per year8,001
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH16 XXB 28k42k56k70k84k '19'26'22

Check SH16 XXB

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,283 miles
Since last MOT+9,582 miles
PASS
Mileage74,701 miles
Since last MOT+10,537 miles
PASS
Mileage64,164 miles
Since last MOT+9,891 miles
PASS
Mileage54,273 miles
Since last MOT+9,311 miles
PASS
Mileage44,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,962 miles
Since last MOT+11,621 miles
PASS
Mileage33,341 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage28,287 miles

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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

RegistrationSH16 XXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About SH16 XXB

What car is SH16 XXB?

SH16 XXB is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2016.

What is the mileage of SH16 XXB?

The last recorded mileage for SH16 XXB was 84,283 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH16 XXB passed its MOT?

SH16 XXB has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.

Is SH16 XXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH16 XXB 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 SH16 XXB?

SH16 XXB is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.