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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 33,134 miles on the clock, averaging 4,187 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 LS18 AYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 33,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,571 |
| Average per year | 4,187 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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.
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 | LS18 AYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About LS18 AYW
What car is LS18 AYW?
LS18 AYW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2018.
What is the mileage of LS18 AYW?
The last recorded mileage for LS18 AYW was 33,134 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS18 AYW passed its MOT?
LS18 AYW has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2026.
Is LS18 AYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS18 AYW 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 LS18 AYW?
LS18 AYW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.