2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · BA16 UBR
2016 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 104,913 miles. MOT expired on 18 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,913 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BA16 UBR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/10/2025
- 104,913 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BA16 UBR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Golf (BA16 UBR) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
BA16 UBR Mileage History
- 20/10/202160,893 mi
- 15/10/202269,648 mi+8,755 mi
- 03/10/202378,195 mi+8,547 mi
- 12/10/202490,012 mi+11,817 mi
- 03/10/2025104,913 mi+14,901 mi
Average of roughly 11,136 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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Our Verdict
Recommended. This vehicle boasts a consi
Focus your attention on the service history, specifically checking for the replacement of the timing belt and water pump, which are critical maintenance items for this 2.0L diesel engine at this mileage. You should also verify if the brake discs were replaced following the 2022 MOT, where all four were noted as worn, pitted, or scored.
The 2.0L diesel engine is designed for efficiency over long distances, though annual costs will be influenced by the vehicle's tax band and insurance group. Maintenance costs for this model typically involve wear-and-tear items, with aggregate data highlighting tyres and anti-roll bars as common failure points.
Carefully inspect the offside rear shock absorber; the MOT history shows 'light misting of oil' in both 2022 and 2025, indicating a long-term leak that has not been rectified. Check the condition of the brake discs to ensure the pitting and scoring flagged in 2022 is no longer present. Finally, check the tyres and valve stems, referencing the advisories recorded in 2021.
This black 2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L diesel has recorded 104,913 miles. While the mileage is above the model average, the MOT history is relatively clean, showing no failures since 2021, although a persistent advisory regarding the offside rear shock absorber remains.
The Golf maintains a solid reputation with an average MOT pass rate of 80.8%, with common issues often linked to tyres, exhausts, and anti-roll bars.
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