2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · 48 ELM
2016 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 20/08/2016. Recorded mileage 70,630 miles. MOT valid until 24/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,630 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 1968cc
48 ELM Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2026
- 70,630 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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48 ELM Mileage History
- 27/08/201928,253 mi
- 26/08/202033,277 mi+5,024 mi
- 25/03/202134,642 mi+1,365 mi
- 21/03/202240,873 mi+6,231 mi
- 23/03/202349,236 mi+8,363 mi
- 14/03/202456,906 mi+7,670 mi
- 10/03/202565,035 mi+8,129 mi
- 12/03/202565,035 mi
- 18/03/202670,630 mi+5,595 mi
Average of roughly 6,463 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
48 ELM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Golf (48 ELM) between August 2019 and March 2026.
The record contains 8 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.