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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2016 · 2.0L Petrol

KT16 ABO

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF is a Petrol vehicle with a 1984cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 99,804.

MOT
Valid
Expires 17/01/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1984cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This Volkswagen Golf demonstrates a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 9 January 2026 at 99,804 miles passed without any defects or advisories. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that prevents the accumulation of common wear-and-tear failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 10,000 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between January 2023 and December 2023, where the odometer rose from 70,660 to 87,057 miles. This period of higher intensity use did not result in any long-term mechanical degradation, as evidenced by the subsequent clean tests in 2025 and 2026. The record shows a single failure on 14 December 2023, though the vehicle passed five days later with no defects listed. This suggests a minor, quickly rectified issue rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Because the MOT history is exceptionally clean and lacks recurring advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion, there are no specific red flags in the data. A buyer should still perform a physical check of the consumables. While the MOT records show no defects, the vehicle has now surpassed the 100,000-mile threshold. You should verify the service history for timing belt and water pump replacement, as these are critical maintenance items for this engine at this mileage that an MOT test will not detect. Check the condition of the tyre treads and brake pad thickness to ensure they have not neared their limit since the January 2026 test.

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83
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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This Volkswagen Golf demonstrates a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 9 January 2026 at 99,804 miles passed without any defects or advisories. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that prevents the accumulation of common wear-and-tear failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 10,000 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between January 2023 and December 2023, where the odometer rose from 70,660 to 87,057 miles. This period of higher intensity use did not result in any long-term mechanical degradation, as evidenced by the subsequent clean tests in 2025 and 2026. The record shows a single failure on 14 December 2023, though the vehicle passed five days later with no defects listed. This suggests a minor, quickly rectified issue rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Because the MOT history is exceptionally clean and lacks recurring advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion, there are no specific red flags in the data. A buyer should still perform a physical check of the consumables. While the MOT records show no defects, the vehicle has now surpassed the 100,000-mile threshold. You should verify the service history for timing belt and water pump replacement, as these are critical maintenance items for this engine at this mileage that an MOT test will not detect. Check the condition of the tyre treads and brake pad thickness to ensure they have not neared their limit since the January 2026 test.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2016 Volkswagen Golf (KT16 ABO) has a recorded MOT history spanning from January 2023 to January 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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