2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · LH66 BCO
2016 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 68,168 miles. MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,168 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LH66 BCO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 68,168 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
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LH66 BCO 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 (LH66 BCO) between January 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
LH66 BCO Mileage History
- 04/01/202235,162 mi
- 18/08/202346,321 mi+11,159 mi
- 25/07/202454,413 mi+8,092 mi
- 04/08/202562,465 mi+8,052 mi
- 20/07/202668,168 mi+5,703 mi
Average of roughly 7,273 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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