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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 120,649 miles on the clock, averaging 5,300 miles per year, below 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 AK58 OVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,300 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | AK58 OVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About AK58 OVP
What car is AK58 OVP?
AK58 OVP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AK58 OVP?
The last recorded mileage for AK58 OVP was 120,649 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK58 OVP passed its MOT?
AK58 OVP has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2023.
Is AK58 OVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK58 OVP 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 AK58 OVP?
AK58 OVP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.