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 every one. It has 77,582 miles on the clock, averaging 6,399 miles per year, 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 WM18 OTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,636 |
| Average per year | 6,399 |
| 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 | WM18 OTL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About WM18 OTL
What car is WM18 OTL?
WM18 OTL is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Bristol in 2018.
What is the mileage of WM18 OTL?
The last recorded mileage for WM18 OTL was 77,582 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM18 OTL passed its MOT?
WM18 OTL has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is WM18 OTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM18 OTL 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 WM18 OTL?
WM18 OTL is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.