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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 40,710 miles on the clock, averaging 4,022 miles per year, well below 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 VU18 OBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,710 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,209 |
| Average per year | 4,022 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | VU18 OBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VU — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About VU18 OBW
What car is VU18 OBW?
VU18 OBW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Worcester in 2018.
What is the mileage of VU18 OBW?
The last recorded mileage for VU18 OBW was 40,710 miles, recorded on 4 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU18 OBW passed its MOT?
VU18 OBW has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jan 2026.
Is VU18 OBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU18 OBW 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 VU18 OBW?
VU18 OBW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.