2006 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · W16 AFG
2006 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 25 Jun 2006. Recorded mileage 102,509 miles. MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,509 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W16 AFG Key Findings
- 30 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/01/2026
- 102,509 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (35 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
W16 AFG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
30 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Golf (W16 AFG) between June 2009 and January 2026.
The record contains 18 passes and 12 failures.
The most recent test on 22 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (35 issues), Tyres (20 issues), Brakes (20 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 76 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: “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))”; “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
W16 AFG Mileage History
- 24/06/200920,807 mi
- 22/04/201025,906 mi+5,099 mi
- 23/04/201025,906 mi
- 14/04/201138,359 mi+12,453 mi
- 03/11/201145,466 mi+7,107 mi
- 04/11/201145,466 mi
- 22/10/201249,238 mi+3,772 mi
- 26/10/201249,268 mi+30 mi
- 15/11/201353,720 mi+4,452 mi
- 05/12/201458,411 mi+4,691 mi
- 05/12/201458,411 mi
- 23/11/201560,906 mi+2,495 mi
- 23/11/201560,906 mi
- 20/03/201764,587 mi+3,681 mi
- 02/03/201867,717 mi+3,130 mi
- 02/03/201867,717 mi
- 26/02/201970,491 mi+2,774 mi
- 01/03/201970,491 mi
- 17/03/202076,201 mi+5,710 mi
- 19/03/202076,203 mi+2 mi
- 16/03/202179,036 mi+2,833 mi
- 01/03/202287,282 mi+8,246 mi
- 03/03/202287,294 mi+12 mi
- 03/03/202392,815 mi+5,521 mi
- 09/03/202392,816 mi+1 mi
- 13/02/202498,604 mi+5,788 mi
- 14/02/202498,606 mi+2 mi
- 24/01/2025101,879 mi+3,273 mi
- 24/01/2025101,879 mi
- 22/01/2026102,509 mi+630 mi
Average of roughly 4,928 miles per year across 30 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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