2016 Volkswagen Golf GT Edition TSI ACT BMT 1.4L Petrol · SD16 PFY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in January 2026 at 91,592 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but shows a pattern of reactive repairs followed by successful tests. The car failed in December 2025 at 91,554 miles and again in November 2024 at 80,769 miles, yet both passed shortly thereafter. This suggests the owner addresses faults only upon testing failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistent with a typical-use vehicle, averaging approximately 9,100 miles per year over the last decade. There is a notable increase in usage between November 2023 (67,233 miles) and December 2024 (81,255 miles), where the car covered over 14,000 miles in just thirteen months. Prior to this period, the mileage accumulation was more conservative, with only 15,000 miles recorded between the 2019 and 2020 tests. A buyer should prioritize the braking system and suspension components during a physical inspection. The 2020 test flagged pitted and scored brake discs on both rear wheels, while the 2021 record noted uneven tyre wear on the nearside front, which often indicates alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the recent failures despite no recorded defects, a thorough check for binding calipers or play in the control arms is necessary to ensure no underlying mechanical issues remain overlooked by the DVSA tester.