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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 99,362 miles on the clock, averaging 12,390 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SY16 XWB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 215 |
| Average per year | 12,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | SY16 XWB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SY16 XWB
What car is SY16 XWB?
SY16 XWB is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Inverness in 2016.
What is the mileage of SY16 XWB?
The last recorded mileage for SY16 XWB was 99,362 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY16 XWB passed its MOT?
SY16 XWB has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.
Is SY16 XWB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY16 XWB 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 SY16 XWB?
SY16 XWB is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.