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 86,237 miles on the clock, averaging 11,611 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 VU18 YJG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,237 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,323 |
| Average per year | 11,611 |
| 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 | VU18 YJG |
| 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 YJG
What car is VU18 YJG?
VU18 YJG is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Worcester in 2018.
What is the mileage of VU18 YJG?
The last recorded mileage for VU18 YJG was 86,237 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU18 YJG passed its MOT?
VU18 YJG has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Mar 2026.
Is VU18 YJG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU18 YJG 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 YJG?
VU18 YJG is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.