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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 56,236 miles on the clock, averaging 11,463 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 PJ68 UPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 56,236 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,629 |
| Average per year | 11,463 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 UPD |
| 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 UPD
What car is PJ68 UPD?
PJ68 UPD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.
What is the mileage of PJ68 UPD?
The last recorded mileage for PJ68 UPD was 56,236 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ68 UPD passed its MOT?
PJ68 UPD has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.
Is PJ68 UPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ68 UPD 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 UPD?
PJ68 UPD is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 68 means registered between 1 September 2018 and 28 February 2019.