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2018 Volkswagen Golf 1.5L Petrol · DU18 AAX

DU18 AAX

2018 Volkswagen Golf (1.5L, petrol). First registered 12 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 80,182 miles. MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2018 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
80,182 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1498cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The MOT record for this 2018 Volkswagen Golf shows a consistently clean history with no defects recorded across all tests. The most recent test in April 2025 at 65,006 miles passed without any advisories, indicating the vehicle is currently roadworthy and the maintenance trend is stable. The single failure in April 2024 at 50,932 miles recorded no defects, suggesting a minor administrative issue or a quick retest rather than a mechanical problem. The recorded mileage of 65,006 miles over approximately eight years equates to roughly 8,126 miles per year, which is typical for a car of this age. The annual mileage has increased from around 5,000 miles between 2022 and 2023 to over 12,000 miles between 2023 and 2024, and then to 14,000 miles between 2024 and 2025. This suggests the car has seen heavier use in recent years, but the MOT history does not indicate any resulting mechanical issues. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should still conduct a thorough pre-purchase inspection. Focus on typical wear items for a car with 65,000 miles: check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of corrosion or wear, inspect brake discs and pads for scoring or thinning, and examine tyres for uneven wear or cracking. Also, look for any structural corrosion, particularly on the underbody and suspension mounting points, as these can develop over time. The lack of recorded advisories is positive, but a professional inspection will confirm the vehicle's true condition.
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DU18 AAX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/04/2026
  • 80,182 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

DU18 AAX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 11:45
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Golf (DU18 AAX) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 23 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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FAIL
ADVISORY

DU18 AAX Mileage History

  1. 16/04/202450,932 mi
  2. 16/04/202450,932 mi
  3. 16/04/202565,006 mi+14,074 mi
  4. 23/04/202680,179 mi+15,173 mi
  5. 23/04/202680,182 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 14,491 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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