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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 54,699 miles on the clock, averaging 7,565 miles per year, around 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 OV68 XFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 54,699 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,230 |
| Average per year | 7,565 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | OV68 XFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About OV68 XFW
What car is OV68 XFW?
OV68 XFW is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Oxford in 2018.
What is the mileage of OV68 XFW?
The last recorded mileage for OV68 XFW was 54,699 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV68 XFW passed its MOT?
OV68 XFW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is OV68 XFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV68 XFW 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 OV68 XFW?
OV68 XFW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.