2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · YM51 LLY
2016 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 85,011 miles. MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023. Taxed until 01 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Jul 2023
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,011 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
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YM51 LLY Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2022
- 85,011 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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YM51 LLY MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Golf (YM51 LLY) between July 2022 and July 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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