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YM18 VLD

2018 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1498cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 8 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2018
FuelPetrol
Engine1498cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£190

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.

MOT & Mileage History for YM18 VLD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
49,504
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2021
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
2,239

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading49,504 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,916
Average per year2,239
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YM18 VLD 38k41k44k47k50k '21'26'23

Check YM18 VLD

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,504 miles
Since last MOT+5,916 miles
PASS
Mileage43,588 miles
Since last MOT+1,484 miles
PASS
Mileage42,104 miles
Since last MOT+982 miles
PASS
Mileage41,122 miles
Since last MOT+607 miles
PASS
Mileage40,515 miles
Since last MOT+2,350 miles
PASS
Mileage38,165 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,165 miles

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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

RegistrationYM18 VLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1498cc
Year2018
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier18 — March 2018 to August 2018

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About YM18 VLD

What car is YM18 VLD?

YM18 VLD is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2018.

What is the mileage of YM18 VLD?

The last recorded mileage for YM18 VLD was 49,504 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM18 VLD passed its MOT?

YM18 VLD has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Jul 2026.

Is YM18 VLD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM18 VLD 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 YM18 VLD?

YM18 VLD is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.