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 88,001 miles on the clock, averaging 6,813 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 SC65 MER
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,751 |
| Average per year | 6,813 |
| 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 | SC65 MER |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SC — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About SC65 MER
What car is SC65 MER?
SC65 MER is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2018.
What is the mileage of SC65 MER?
The last recorded mileage for SC65 MER was 88,001 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC65 MER passed its MOT?
SC65 MER has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2025.
Is SC65 MER ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC65 MER 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 SC65 MER?
SC65 MER is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.