2018 Volkswagen Golf Electric · LM18 COH
2018 Volkswagen Golf (electric). First registered 18 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 37,121 miles. MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,121 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM18 COH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 37,121 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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LM18 COH MOT History
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 (LM18 COH) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
LM18 COH Mileage History
- 23/03/202217,212 mi
- 31/03/202323,180 mi+5,968 mi
- 05/04/202428,942 mi+5,762 mi
- 14/04/202534,087 mi+5,145 mi
- 20/03/202637,121 mi+3,034 mi
Average of roughly 4,988 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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