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 1598cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 127,156 miles on the clock, averaging 11,367 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for FA18 VKW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,851 |
| Average per year | 11,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FA18 VKW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About FA18 VKW
What car is FA18 VKW?
FA18 VKW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2018.
What is the mileage of FA18 VKW?
The last recorded mileage for FA18 VKW was 127,156 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA18 VKW passed its MOT?
FA18 VKW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Aug 2026.
Is FA18 VKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA18 VKW 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 FA18 VKW?
FA18 VKW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.