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 Petrol 1395cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 63,365 miles on the clock, averaging 6,774 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SM16 HCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 63,365 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,328 |
| Average per year | 6,774 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM16 HCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SM16 HCV
What car is SM16 HCV?
SM16 HCV is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SM16 HCV?
The last recorded mileage for SM16 HCV was 63,365 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM16 HCV passed its MOT?
SM16 HCV has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2025.
Is SM16 HCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM16 HCV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM16 HCV?
SM16 HCV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.