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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 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 49,161 miles on the clock, averaging 4,068 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 PJ68 UBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,068 |
| 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 | PJ68 UBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 68 — September 2018 to February 2019 |
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About PJ68 UBV
What car is PJ68 UBV?
PJ68 UBV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.
What is the mileage of PJ68 UBV?
The last recorded mileage for PJ68 UBV was 49,161 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ68 UBV passed its MOT?
PJ68 UBV has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is PJ68 UBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ68 UBV 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 PJ68 UBV?
PJ68 UBV is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.