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 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 140,899 miles on the clock, averaging 15,390 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for YK18 VBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,899 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 813 |
| Average per year | 15,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YK18 VBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About YK18 VBV
What car is YK18 VBV?
YK18 VBV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2018.
What is the mileage of YK18 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for YK18 VBV was 140,899 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK18 VBV passed its MOT?
YK18 VBV has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2025.
Is YK18 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK18 VBV 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 YK18 VBV?
YK18 VBV is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.