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 61,096 miles on the clock, averaging 7,142 miles per year, 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 DC18 OSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 61,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,407 |
| Average per year | 7,142 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | DC18 OSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About DC18 OSM
What car is DC18 OSM?
DC18 OSM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chester in 2018.
What is the mileage of DC18 OSM?
The last recorded mileage for DC18 OSM was 61,096 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC18 OSM passed its MOT?
DC18 OSM has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2026.
Is DC18 OSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC18 OSM 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 DC18 OSM?
DC18 OSM is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.