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 1395cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 42,987 miles on the clock, averaging 3,631 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for GK18 BYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,987 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,590 |
| Average per year | 3,631 |
| 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
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CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK18 BYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About GK18 BYD
What car is GK18 BYD?
GK18 BYD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2018.
What is the mileage of GK18 BYD?
The last recorded mileage for GK18 BYD was 42,987 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK18 BYD passed its MOT?
GK18 BYD has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2025.
Is GK18 BYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK18 BYD 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 GK18 BYD?
GK18 BYD is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.