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 every one. It has 71,012 miles on the clock, averaging 9,146 miles per year, above 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 PE18 YXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,012 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,176 |
| Average per year | 9,146 |
| 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
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 | PE18 YXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About PE18 YXU
What car is PE18 YXU?
PE18 YXU is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.
What is the mileage of PE18 YXU?
The last recorded mileage for PE18 YXU was 71,012 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE18 YXU passed its MOT?
PE18 YXU has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2026.
Is PE18 YXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE18 YXU 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 PE18 YXU?
PE18 YXU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.