2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · FG16 FGC
2016 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 25 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 128,053 miles. MOT valid until 06 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,053 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG16 FGC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 128,053 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FG16 FGC 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 (FG16 FGC) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 April 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 (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
FG16 FGC Mileage History
- 04/04/202393,850 mi
- 18/03/2024110,968 mi+17,118 mi
- 18/03/2024110,968 mi
- 01/04/2025123,572 mi+12,604 mi
- 08/04/2026128,053 mi+4,481 mi
Average of roughly 11,356 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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