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 2022 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 55,573 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dpca and engine management software causing hesitation/juddering ("kangarooing").
MOT & Mileage History for SJ72 VLC
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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2019–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DPCA
Engine management software causing hesitation/juddering ("kangarooing")
Faulty ECU calibration during cold starts leads to throttle lag and uneven power delivery, linked to ACT cylinder deactivation transitions.[1][2]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SJ72 VLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 72 — September 2022 to February 2023 |
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About SJ72 VLC
What car is SJ72 VLC?
SJ72 VLC is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2022.
What is the mileage of SJ72 VLC?
The last recorded mileage for SJ72 VLC was 55,573 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ72 VLC passed its MOT?
SJ72 VLC has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2025.
Is SJ72 VLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ72 VLC 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 SJ72 VLC?
SJ72 VLC is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 72 means registered between 1 September 2022 and 28 February 2023.