2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · D2 BNK
2016 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2016. Recorded mileage 63,362 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,362 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D2 BNK Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2026
- 63,362 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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D2 BNK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Golf (D2 BNK) between April 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
D2 BNK Mileage History
- 08/04/202243,879 mi
- 30/03/202353,168 mi+9,289 mi
- 07/02/202458,969 mi+5,801 mi
- 24/07/202663,362 mi+4,393 mi
Average of roughly 4,538 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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