Welcome and good choice!
Guess its only an 8v though if loads of room under bonnet! LOL!
But dont worry about the mileage just run in by Golf standards!
The logbook says that it's a 16V which is why i think it is but like i said it looks small for a 16V so you might be right Len. Sorry if my previous message sounded harsh, did it using my phone which was a pain and didn't read it back before sending it.....
Still trying to learn how to use this site and find some pics of a 16V and an 8V because i really am thinking it's an 8V.... i won't be dissapointed if it is because it's still an excellent car.... did i mention that i picked it up for only £510!!! Will get some pics up tonight