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 Diesel 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 86,865 miles on the clock, averaging 9,711 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for AK18 VEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,865 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,497 |
| Average per year | 9,711 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK18 VEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About AK18 VEF
What car is AK18 VEF?
AK18 VEF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2018.
What is the mileage of AK18 VEF?
The last recorded mileage for AK18 VEF was 86,865 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK18 VEF passed its MOT?
AK18 VEF has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Jun 2026.
Is AK18 VEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK18 VEF is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AK18 VEF?
AK18 VEF is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.