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 23,764 miles on the clock, averaging 2,842 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 BL68 SZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 23,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,562 |
| Average per year | 2,842 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | BL68 SZW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About BL68 SZW
What car is BL68 SZW?
BL68 SZW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BL68 SZW?
The last recorded mileage for BL68 SZW was 23,764 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL68 SZW passed its MOT?
BL68 SZW has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.
Is BL68 SZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL68 SZW 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 BL68 SZW?
BL68 SZW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.