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PJ18 VOC

2018 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1498cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 8 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2018
FuelPetrol
Engine1498cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£190

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.

MOT & Mileage History for PJ18 VOC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
11,780
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2021
100%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
1,468

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading11,780 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,439
Average per year1,468
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PJ18 VOC 4k6k8k10k12k '21'26'24

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage11,780 miles
Since last MOT+1,439 miles
PASS
Mileage10,341 miles
Since last MOT+1,527 miles
PASS
Mileage8,814 miles
Since last MOT+1,549 miles
PASS
Mileage7,265 miles
Since last MOT+1,440 miles
PASS
Mileage5,825 miles
Since last MOT+1,384 miles
PASS
Mileage4,441 miles

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  • 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]
1.5 TSI engine: Solid for low-mileage use; ACT/software quirks dominate complaints, but post-2020 updates improved it. Fewer catastrophic failures than older EA111 TSIs. Watch for weak: Cold-start ACT lag (pre-update). Strong: Turbo durability (non-mechanical failures), no chain/tensioner woes.

Source: UK owner reports & workshop data

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ18 VOC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1498cc
Year2018
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier18 — March 2018 to August 2018

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About PJ18 VOC

What car is PJ18 VOC?

PJ18 VOC is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.

What is the mileage of PJ18 VOC?

The last recorded mileage for PJ18 VOC was 11,780 miles, recorded on 14 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ18 VOC passed its MOT?

PJ18 VOC has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2026.

Is PJ18 VOC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ18 VOC 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 PJ18 VOC?

PJ18 VOC is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.