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 7,338 miles on the clock, averaging 1,041 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 EA68 BUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 7,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 685 |
| Average per year | 1,041 |
| 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 | EA68 BUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About EA68 BUV
What car is EA68 BUV?
EA68 BUV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EA68 BUV?
The last recorded mileage for EA68 BUV was 7,338 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA68 BUV passed its MOT?
EA68 BUV has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2025.
Is EA68 BUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA68 BUV 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 EA68 BUV?
EA68 BUV is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.