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 2020 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 33,967 miles on the clock, averaging 2,929 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 DE20 VTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 33,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,996 |
| Average per year | 2,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | DE20 VTJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2020 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 20 — March 2020 to August 2020 |
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About DE20 VTJ
What car is DE20 VTJ?
DE20 VTJ is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chester in 2020.
What is the mileage of DE20 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for DE20 VTJ was 33,967 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE20 VTJ passed its MOT?
DE20 VTJ has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2026.
Is DE20 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE20 VTJ 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 DE20 VTJ?
DE20 VTJ is approximately 6 years old. Age identifier 20 means registered between 1 March 2020 and 31 August 2020.