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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 24,359 miles on the clock, averaging 3,043 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 GJ18 HBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 24,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,850 |
| Average per year | 3,043 |
| 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
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 | GJ18 HBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GJ — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About GJ18 HBO
What car is GJ18 HBO?
GJ18 HBO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2018.
What is the mileage of GJ18 HBO?
The last recorded mileage for GJ18 HBO was 24,359 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GJ18 HBO passed its MOT?
GJ18 HBO has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is GJ18 HBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ18 HBO 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 GJ18 HBO?
GJ18 HBO is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.