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 1968cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 68,679 miles on the clock, averaging 5,264 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for AY18 YBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,679 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,563 |
| Average per year | 5,264 |
| 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
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY18 YBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About AY18 YBW
What car is AY18 YBW?
AY18 YBW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2018.
What is the mileage of AY18 YBW?
The last recorded mileage for AY18 YBW was 68,679 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY18 YBW passed its MOT?
AY18 YBW has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.
Is AY18 YBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY18 YBW 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 AY18 YBW?
AY18 YBW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.