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 Diesel 1598cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 156,860 miles on the clock, averaging 18,899 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for PL18 OTN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,860 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 18,899 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL18 OTN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About PL18 OTN
What car is PL18 OTN?
PL18 OTN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.
What is the mileage of PL18 OTN?
The last recorded mileage for PL18 OTN was 156,860 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL18 OTN passed its MOT?
PL18 OTN has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2026.
Is PL18 OTN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL18 OTN is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PL18 OTN?
PL18 OTN is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.