Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 183,433 miles on the clock, averaging 10,244 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AF58 XGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,433 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,244 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AF58 XGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About AF58 XGU
What car is AF58 XGU?
AF58 XGU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AF58 XGU?
The last recorded mileage for AF58 XGU was 183,433 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF58 XGU passed its MOT?
AF58 XGU has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2024.
Is AF58 XGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF58 XGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF58 XGU?
AF58 XGU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.