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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 44,537 miles on the clock, averaging 4,309 miles per year, well 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 BU18 VBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,537 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,309 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU18 VBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About BU18 VBC
What car is BU18 VBC?
BU18 VBC is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of BU18 VBC?
The last recorded mileage for BU18 VBC was 44,537 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU18 VBC passed its MOT?
BU18 VBC has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2026.
Is BU18 VBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU18 VBC 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 BU18 VBC?
BU18 VBC is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.