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 2023 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 14,212 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 SM18 SCM
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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 | SM18 SCM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2023 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About SM18 SCM
What car is SM18 SCM?
SM18 SCM is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2023.
What is the mileage of SM18 SCM?
The last recorded mileage for SM18 SCM was 14,212 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM18 SCM passed its MOT?
SM18 SCM has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is SM18 SCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM18 SCM 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 SCM?
SM18 SCM is approximately 3 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.