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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 62,562 miles on the clock, averaging 9,704 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 PY18 LFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 62,562 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,393 |
| Average per year | 9,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | PY18 LFA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About PY18 LFA
What car is PY18 LFA?
PY18 LFA is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2018.
What is the mileage of PY18 LFA?
The last recorded mileage for PY18 LFA was 62,562 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY18 LFA passed its MOT?
PY18 LFA has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2025.
Is PY18 LFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY18 LFA 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 PY18 LFA?
PY18 LFA is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.