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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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 51,492 miles on the clock, averaging 6,031 miles per year, 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 PN18 OBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 51,492 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,653 |
| Average per year | 6,031 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | PN18 OBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PN — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About PN18 OBF
What car is PN18 OBF?
PN18 OBF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Preston in 2018.
What is the mileage of PN18 OBF?
The last recorded mileage for PN18 OBF was 51,492 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PN18 OBF passed its MOT?
PN18 OBF has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is PN18 OBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PN18 OBF 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 PN18 OBF?
PN18 OBF is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.