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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 71,000 miles on the clock, averaging 10,017 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 VK18 WKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 71,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,628 |
| Average per year | 10,017 |
| 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.
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 | VK18 WKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VK — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About VK18 WKJ
What car is VK18 WKJ?
VK18 WKJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Worcester in 2018.
What is the mileage of VK18 WKJ?
The last recorded mileage for VK18 WKJ was 71,000 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VK18 WKJ passed its MOT?
VK18 WKJ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jan 2026.
Is VK18 WKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VK18 WKJ 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 VK18 WKJ?
VK18 WKJ is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.