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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 58,534 miles on the clock, averaging 8,737 miles per year, around 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 BL18 YJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 58,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,083 |
| Average per year | 8,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | BL18 YJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About BL18 YJY
What car is BL18 YJY?
BL18 YJY is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BL18 YJY?
The last recorded mileage for BL18 YJY was 58,534 miles, recorded on 15 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL18 YJY passed its MOT?
BL18 YJY has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2026.
Is BL18 YJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL18 YJY 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 BL18 YJY?
BL18 YJY is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.