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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 95,515 miles on the clock, averaging 7,818 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 SW16 VCA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 95,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,996 |
| Average per year | 7,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SW16 VCA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SW16 VCA
What car is SW16 VCA?
SW16 VCA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2016.
What is the mileage of SW16 VCA?
The last recorded mileage for SW16 VCA was 95,515 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW16 VCA passed its MOT?
SW16 VCA has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Mar 2026.
Is SW16 VCA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW16 VCA 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 SW16 VCA?
SW16 VCA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.