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 104,816 miles on the clock, averaging 17,588 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 RV18 XEC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,463 |
| Average per year | 17,588 |
| 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)
Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV18 XEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About RV18 XEC
What car is RV18 XEC?
RV18 XEC is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2018.
What is the mileage of RV18 XEC?
The last recorded mileage for RV18 XEC was 104,816 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV18 XEC passed its MOT?
RV18 XEC has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is RV18 XEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV18 XEC 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 RV18 XEC?
RV18 XEC is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.