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 33,324 miles on the clock, averaging 4,135 miles per year, well 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 YS18 XAP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 33,324 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,476 |
| Average per year | 4,135 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | YS18 XAP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About YS18 XAP
What car is YS18 XAP?
YS18 XAP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2018.
What is the mileage of YS18 XAP?
The last recorded mileage for YS18 XAP was 33,324 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS18 XAP passed its MOT?
YS18 XAP has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2026.
Is YS18 XAP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS18 XAP 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 YS18 XAP?
YS18 XAP is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.