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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 38,273 miles on the clock, averaging 2,803 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 NJ68 UTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 38,273 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,134 |
| Average per year | 2,803 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | NJ68 UTC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NJ — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About NJ68 UTC
What car is NJ68 UTC?
NJ68 UTC is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2018.
What is the mileage of NJ68 UTC?
The last recorded mileage for NJ68 UTC was 38,273 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NJ68 UTC passed its MOT?
NJ68 UTC has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is NJ68 UTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ68 UTC 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 NJ68 UTC?
NJ68 UTC is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.