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When is the MOT due for RF16 PHO?

The MOT for RF16 PHO is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 August 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of RF16 PHO?

The recorded mileage for RF16 PHO is 160,746 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RF16 PHO ULEZ compliant?

Yes, RF16 PHO (VOLKSWAGEN GOLF) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

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2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · RF16 PHO

RF16 PHO

2016 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 28/06/2016. Recorded mileage 160,746 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2016 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/08/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 160,746 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 160,746 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2016
Engine: 1598cc

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RF16 PHO Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2024
160,746 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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RF16 PHO Mileage History

07/01/202295,599 mi
23/01/2023118,231 mi+22,632 mi
13/08/2024160,734 mi+42,503 mi
13/08/2024160,746 mi+12 mi

Average of roughly 25,070 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

RF16 PHO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 09:56

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Golf (RF16 PHO) between January 2022 and August 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 August 2024 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: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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: “Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))”; “Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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