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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 85,416 miles on the clock, averaging 12,346 miles per year, above 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 SY18 WBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 85,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,346 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | SY18 WBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About SY18 WBV
What car is SY18 WBV?
SY18 WBV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Inverness in 2018.
What is the mileage of SY18 WBV?
The last recorded mileage for SY18 WBV was 85,416 miles, recorded on 6 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY18 WBV passed its MOT?
SY18 WBV has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2026.
Is SY18 WBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY18 WBV 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 SY18 WBV?
SY18 WBV is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.