2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · AY16 GRK

The vehicle currently holds a PASSED MOT on 27 March 2026 at 89,834 miles, confirming it meets the required standards at that point in time. The immediate preceding failure on 26 March 2026, which cited missing wheel fixings on all four wheels and excessive binding of the offside rear service brake, was rectified before the subsequent test. This pattern of identifying and correcting faults each year indicates a stable maintenance trend rather than a progressive decline. Between 2019 and 2026 the mileage increased from 40,885 miles to 89,834 miles, averaging roughly 9,000 miles per annum—a rate typical for a ten‑year‑old Golf. The MOT records are clustered around the March renewal dates, providing a consistent chronological snapshot without notable gaps. The incremental mileage rises—such as the jump from 77,769 miles in March 2024 to 83,110 miles in March 2025—show a steady accumulation rather than sudden spikes. The history repeatedly flags wheel condition and braking components. In July 2021 and June 2020 the tester noted slightly distorted road wheels on all four corners, a trend that resurfaced in the 2026 failures with missing wheel fixings and binding rear brakes. Tyre wear appears in the 2025 failure where both front tyres were below the 1.6 mm tread requirement, and rear shock absorbers were reported leaking fluid in the same year. The 2020 record also mentions low rear and front tyre pressures. A buyer should inspect the wheel studs and fixing bolts for completeness, check brake caliper operation for binding, examine rear shock mounts for fluid leaks, verify tyre tread depth and pressure, and assess any wheel distortion for balance and safety. Suspension bushes, coil springs and exhaust emissions were not cited in the MOT, indicating those systems have not been a concern. However, the repeated wheel distortion and brake binding suggest the suspension and steering linkage may have endured stress, so a thorough visual and ride‑height check is advisable. Overall the vehicle presents a clean, recently passed MOT but requires hands‑on verification of the wheel assembly, brake system, and tyre condition before purchase.