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 62,567 miles on the clock, averaging 7,743 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 SM16 HCH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 62,567 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,192 |
| Average per year | 7,743 |
| 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)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM16 HCH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SM16 HCH
What car is SM16 HCH?
SM16 HCH is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SM16 HCH?
The last recorded mileage for SM16 HCH was 62,567 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM16 HCH passed its MOT?
SM16 HCH has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2025.
Is SM16 HCH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM16 HCH 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 SM16 HCH?
SM16 HCH is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.