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2018 Volkswagen Golf 1.0L Petrol · PJ68 ADO

PJ68 ADO

2018 Volkswagen Golf (1.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 36,582 miles. MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2018 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 31 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
36,582 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 31 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Volkswagen Golf presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 23 October 2025 at 36,582 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the vehicle failed a test three days prior on 20 October 2025 at 36,496 miles, the record lists no specific defects for that failure, suggesting a clerical error or a minor issue resolved immediately. The mileage is exceptionally low for an eight year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,573 miles per year. The accumulation has been consistent and gradual, rising from 14,278 miles in November 2022 to 36,582 miles by October 2025. This low usage suggests the car has avoided the heavy wear typically associated with high-mileage commuters, though it may indicate periods of standing. The MOT history is unusually clean, with no advisories for brake discs, suspension bushes, or corrosion across five years of testing. The absence of any flagged consumables or mechanical wear suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance or very light duty cycles. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade regardless of mileage. Check for perished rubber seals, tyre age-related cracking, and battery health, as low-use vehicles often suffer from these issues. Verify the brake fluid condition and check for any signs of seizing in the calipers due to infrequent use.
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PJ68 ADO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
  • 36,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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PJ68 ADO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
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 (PJ68 ADO) between November 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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PJ68 ADO Mileage History

  1. 01/11/202214,278 mi
  2. 04/10/202320,463 mi+6,185 mi
  3. 09/10/202429,318 mi+8,855 mi
  4. 20/10/202536,496 mi+7,178 mi
  5. 23/10/202536,582 mi+86 mi

Average of roughly 7,494 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
83
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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