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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 21,131 miles on the clock, averaging 2,164 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 BN18 VNC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 21,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,351 |
| Average per year | 2,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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.
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 | BN18 VNC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About BN18 VNC
What car is BN18 VNC?
BN18 VNC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BN18 VNC?
The last recorded mileage for BN18 VNC was 21,131 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN18 VNC passed its MOT?
BN18 VNC has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is BN18 VNC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN18 VNC 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 BN18 VNC?
BN18 VNC is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.