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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 69,422 miles on the clock, averaging 6,742 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for GU18 XWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 69,422 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,473 |
| Average per year | 6,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU18 XWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About GU18 XWO
What car is GU18 XWO?
GU18 XWO is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Brighton in 2018.
What is the mileage of GU18 XWO?
The last recorded mileage for GU18 XWO was 69,422 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU18 XWO passed its MOT?
GU18 XWO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is GU18 XWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU18 XWO 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 GU18 XWO?
GU18 XWO is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.