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WG16 DPO

2016 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1598cc

Red Registered in Exeter, West of England · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 127,903 miles on the clock, averaging 12,062 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 WG16 DPO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
127,903
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2019
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,062

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading127,903 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14
Average per year12,062
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WG16 DPO 42k63k85k106k128k '19'26'23

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,903 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,889 miles
Since last MOT+8,334 miles
PASS
Mileage119,555 miles
Since last MOT+10,318 miles
PASS
Mileage109,237 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,236 miles
Since last MOT+12,643 miles
PASS
Mileage96,593 miles
Since last MOT+13,864 miles
PASS
Mileage82,729 miles
Since last MOT+15,442 miles
PASS
Mileage67,287 miles
Since last MOT+12,543 miles
PASS
Mileage54,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,744 miles
Since last MOT+13,123 miles
PASS
Mileage41,621 miles

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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

RegistrationWG16 DPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About WG16 DPO

What car is WG16 DPO?

WG16 DPO is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Exeter in 2016.

What is the mileage of WG16 DPO?

The last recorded mileage for WG16 DPO was 127,903 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG16 DPO passed its MOT?

WG16 DPO has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2026.

Is WG16 DPO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG16 DPO 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 WG16 DPO?

WG16 DPO is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.