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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 55,308 miles on the clock, averaging 6,768 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for RE18 XGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 55,308 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,519 |
| Average per year | 6,768 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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.
CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE18 XGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About RE18 XGU
What car is RE18 XGU?
RE18 XGU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2018.
What is the mileage of RE18 XGU?
The last recorded mileage for RE18 XGU was 55,308 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE18 XGU passed its MOT?
RE18 XGU has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.
Is RE18 XGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE18 XGU 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 RE18 XGU?
RE18 XGU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.