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 Diesel 1968cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 81,001 miles on the clock, averaging 12,471 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for SO18 XGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,336 |
| Average per year | 12,471 |
| 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
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO18 XGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About SO18 XGU
What car is SO18 XGU?
SO18 XGU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2018.
What is the mileage of SO18 XGU?
The last recorded mileage for SO18 XGU was 81,001 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO18 XGU passed its MOT?
SO18 XGU has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jan 2026.
Is SO18 XGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO18 XGU is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SO18 XGU?
SO18 XGU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.