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 1395cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 19,132 miles on the clock, averaging 1,713 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for RV18 YSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 19,132 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 986 |
| Average per year | 1,713 |
| 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.
CXSA
Wastegate actuator rod (electric actuator on turbocharger)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV18 YSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About RV18 YSM
What car is RV18 YSM?
RV18 YSM is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Reading in 2018.
What is the mileage of RV18 YSM?
The last recorded mileage for RV18 YSM was 19,132 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV18 YSM passed its MOT?
RV18 YSM has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is RV18 YSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV18 YSM 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 RV18 YSM?
RV18 YSM is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.