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2018 Volkswagen Golf 1.0L Petrol · DU18 AEC

DU18 AEC

2018 Volkswagen Golf (1.0L, petrol). First registered 23/03/2018. Recorded mileage 35,832 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2018 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 10/09/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
35,832 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 10/09/2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The Volkswagen Golf passed its most recent MOT test on 2025-09-08 at 35,832 miles with no defects recorded. This suggests a stable maintenance trend over the past two years, with regular servicing and no critical issues arising. The vehicle's mileage of 35,832 miles at 8 years old is remarkably low, indicating either light use or extended periods of inactivity. The recorded mileage has increased by approximately 4,479 miles per year, which is consistent with the owner's likely usage pattern. Notably, there are no significant gaps in the MOT record, and the intervals between tests are relatively consistent, with a maximum gap of 11 months between the 2023-01-16 and 2023-09-12 tests. A buyer should inspect the vehicle's suspension and steering components in person, as there is no indication of any issues in the MOT record. However, the fact that the vehicle has passed multiple tests without any defects flagged suggests that these components are likely in good condition. The brakes also appear to be functioning correctly, with no issues reported in the MOT history. Nevertheless, it would be prudent to inspect the brake pads, discs, and calipers for any signs of wear or damage. Additionally, the buyer should examine the vehicle's bodywork for any signs of rust or corrosion, particularly in areas prone to moisture accumulation.

DU18 AEC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/09/2025
  • 35,832 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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DU18 AEC Mileage History

  1. 31/01/202218,599 mi
  2. 16/01/202321,751 mi+3,152 mi
  3. 12/09/202323,459 mi+1,708 mi
  4. 29/08/202429,743 mi+6,284 mi
  5. 08/09/202535,832 mi+6,089 mi

Average of roughly 4,783 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DU18 AEC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Aug 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Golf (DU18 AEC) between January 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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