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 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 109,226 miles on the clock, averaging 8,924 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 SL16 USG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,474 |
| Average per year | 8,924 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SL16 USG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SL16 USG
What car is SL16 USG?
SL16 USG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SL16 USG?
The last recorded mileage for SL16 USG was 109,226 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL16 USG passed its MOT?
SL16 USG has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2026.
Is SL16 USG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL16 USG 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 SL16 USG?
SL16 USG is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.