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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 171,563 miles on the clock, averaging 11,021 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 AJ58 BDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,021 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AJ58 BDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About AJ58 BDE
What car is AJ58 BDE?
AJ58 BDE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AJ58 BDE?
The last recorded mileage for AJ58 BDE was 171,563 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ58 BDE passed its MOT?
AJ58 BDE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2020.
Is AJ58 BDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ58 BDE 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 AJ58 BDE?
AJ58 BDE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.