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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 110,296 miles on the clock, averaging 8,728 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 SY16 XEP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 110,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,180 |
| Average per year | 8,728 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SY16 XEP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SY16 XEP
What car is SY16 XEP?
SY16 XEP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.
What is the mileage of SY16 XEP?
The last recorded mileage for SY16 XEP was 110,296 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY16 XEP passed its MOT?
SY16 XEP has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2026.
Is SY16 XEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 XEP 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 SY16 XEP?
SY16 XEP is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.