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 Diesel 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 129,891 miles on the clock, averaging 6,180 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).
MOT & Mileage History for WM18 OVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,891 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,109 |
| Average per year | 6,180 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CLHA
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WM18 OVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 OVU
What car is WM18 OVU?
WM18 OVU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bristol in 2018.
What is the mileage of WM18 OVU?
The last recorded mileage for WM18 OVU was 129,891 miles, recorded on 20 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM18 OVU passed its MOT?
WM18 OVU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2026.
Is WM18 OVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM18 OVU is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is WM18 OVU?
WM18 OVU is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.