2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · DH65 NXO

The most recent MOT on 2026-01-26 shows the vehicle failed due to a body not fully secure, front inner tyre wear, an inoperative Engine MIL, and a non-excessive oil leak. A separate entry on the same date recorded a passed test with similar issues, suggesting possible inconsistency or overlapping reports. This ambiguity raises questions about the accuracy of the records, but the presence of a failed test indicates unresolved concerns. Recurring mechanical issues include tyre wear (notably front inner tyres close to legal limits in 2026 and 2023), suspension bush wear (2024), and brake pad wear (2024). A welded nearside front wheel and oil leaks appear sporadic but highlight potential structural or maintenance oversights. The 2025 MOT was clean, but this may reflect a temporary absence of defects rather than a sustained improvement. The vehicle’s mileage of 133,120 miles (13,312 per year) is high for its age, suggesting frequent use that could accelerate wear on brakes, suspension, and tyres. However, the lack of consistent defects in 2025 complicates assessing whether the trend is worsening, stable, or improving. The 2026 failures imply recent degradation, but without data from 2025–2026, the pattern remains unclear. Key risks include tyre condition , suspension integrity , and engine management system reliability .