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2018 Volkswagen Golf 1.5L Petrol · LN68 TPX

LN68 TPX

2018 Volkswagen Golf (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 39,767 miles. MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 26 Aug 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
39,767 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 26 Aug 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1498cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass during the most recent inspection on August 15, 2025 at 39,767 miles. This latest result indicates that all mechanical and safety components currently meet the minimum standard. This represents an improvement over the 2024 test where the vehicle was flagged for tyre wear, which appears to have been addressed subsequently. At eight years old, the recorded mileage of 39,767 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with intervals of roughly 6,000 miles recorded between August 2023 and August 2024, and approximately 4,200 miles between August 2024 and 2025. Such low mileage generally suggests less strain on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber seals or brake fluid moisture. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the 2024 advisory noted both the nearside and offside front tyres were worn close to the legal limit and on the edge. This pattern often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes rather than simple mileage. While the 2022 failure was limited to non-mechanical registration plate compliance, the buyer should still verify the brake discs for pitting or seizing, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from surface corrosion if not used frequently.

LN68 TPX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2025
  • 39,767 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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LN68 TPX Mileage History

  1. 22/08/202223,033 mi
  2. 26/08/202223,135 mi+102 mi
  3. 17/08/202328,843 mi+5,708 mi
  4. 28/08/202435,552 mi+6,709 mi
  5. 15/08/202539,767 mi+4,215 mi

Average of roughly 5,614 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LN68 TPX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 04:50
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Golf (LN68 TPX) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 15 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). 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: “Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”; “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))”.

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