2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · F3 FMO
2016 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 53,579 miles. MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,579 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
F3 FMO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 53,579 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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F3 FMO Mileage History
- 16/01/202340,387 mi
- 02/01/202444,732 mi+4,345 mi
- 21/11/202450,048 mi+5,316 mi
- 03/12/202553,496 mi+3,448 mi
- 23/03/202653,579 mi+83 mi
Average of roughly 4,148 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
F3 FMO 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 (F3 FMO) between January 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 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: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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 Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
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