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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 101,548 miles on the clock, averaging 13,287 miles per year, above 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 EF18 VLR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,548 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,323 |
| Average per year | 13,287 |
| 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
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF18 VLR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EF18 VLR
What car is EF18 VLR?
EF18 VLR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EF18 VLR?
The last recorded mileage for EF18 VLR was 101,548 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF18 VLR passed its MOT?
EF18 VLR has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Jul 2026.
Is EF18 VLR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF18 VLR 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 EF18 VLR?
EF18 VLR is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.