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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 166,359 miles on the clock, averaging 8,338 miles per year, around 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 VSJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,338 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 VSJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VSJ
What car is AK58 VSJ?
AK58 VSJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AK58 VSJ?
The last recorded mileage for AK58 VSJ was 166,359 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK58 VSJ passed its MOT?
AK58 VSJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is AK58 VSJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK58 VSJ 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 VSJ?
AK58 VSJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.