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 97,247 miles on the clock, averaging 11,683 miles per year, above 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 EU18 XML
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 97,247 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,023 |
| Average per year | 11,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | EU18 XML |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About EU18 XML
What car is EU18 XML?
EU18 XML is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2018.
What is the mileage of EU18 XML?
The last recorded mileage for EU18 XML was 97,247 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU18 XML passed its MOT?
EU18 XML has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.
Is EU18 XML ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU18 XML 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 EU18 XML?
EU18 XML is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.