Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2018 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 127,888 miles on the clock, averaging 26,182 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for AE70 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,888 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26,918 |
| Average per year | 26,182 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE70 ELW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 70 — September 2020 to February 2021 |
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About AE70 ELW
What car is AE70 ELW?
AE70 ELW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2018.
What is the mileage of AE70 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for AE70 ELW was 127,888 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE70 ELW passed its MOT?
AE70 ELW has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is AE70 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE70 ELW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AE70 ELW?
AE70 ELW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 70 means registered between 1 September 2020 and 28 February 2021.