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 24,429 miles on the clock, averaging 2,907 miles per year, well below 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 BF68 XVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 24,429 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,586 |
| Average per year | 2,907 |
| 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 | BF68 XVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About BF68 XVL
What car is BF68 XVL?
BF68 XVL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BF68 XVL?
The last recorded mileage for BF68 XVL was 24,429 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF68 XVL passed its MOT?
BF68 XVL has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is BF68 XVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF68 XVL 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 BF68 XVL?
BF68 XVL is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.