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YH16 XXV

2016 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,249 mi
Last recorded146,249 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH16 XXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 146,249 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 129,185 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 111,338 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 92,124 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 72,170 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 49,831 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GT TDI?

Based on 8,723 MOT tests across 2,557 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
6,510
Miles/Year
2,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 2
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YH16 XXV is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GT TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YH16 XXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was YH16 XXV registered?

YH16 XXV is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 29 March 2016.

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