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 90,638 miles on the clock, averaging 9,628 miles per year, above 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 YT18 YJW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 90,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,375 |
| Average per year | 9,628 |
| 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 | YT18 YJW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About YT18 YJW
What car is YT18 YJW?
YT18 YJW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2018.
What is the mileage of YT18 YJW?
The last recorded mileage for YT18 YJW was 90,638 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT18 YJW passed its MOT?
YT18 YJW has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2026.
Is YT18 YJW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT18 YJW 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 YT18 YJW?
YT18 YJW is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.