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 101,674 miles on the clock, averaging 11,443 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for SO16 XYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,674 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,270 |
| Average per year | 11,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO16 XYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SO16 XYT
What car is SO16 XYT?
SO16 XYT is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SO16 XYT?
The last recorded mileage for SO16 XYT was 101,674 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO16 XYT passed its MOT?
SO16 XYT has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.
Is SO16 XYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO16 XYT 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 SO16 XYT?
SO16 XYT is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.