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AE16 XBX

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,558 mi
Last recorded81,558 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE16 XBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 81,558 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2025 68,849 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 60,947 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 55,506 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 50,019 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 46,384 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 44,531 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 32,586 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AE16 XBX is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 48,547 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE16 XBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 10 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE16 XBX registered?

AE16 XBX is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 March 2016.

Is AE16 XBX safe to buy?

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