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 78,454 miles on the clock, averaging 8,904 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cxsa and wastegate actuator rod.
MOT & Mileage History for SM18 MVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 78,454 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,904 |
| 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 | SM18 MVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About SM18 MVT
What car is SM18 MVT?
SM18 MVT is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2018.
What is the mileage of SM18 MVT?
The last recorded mileage for SM18 MVT was 78,454 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM18 MVT passed its MOT?
SM18 MVT has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Apr 2026.
Is SM18 MVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM18 MVT 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 SM18 MVT?
SM18 MVT is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.