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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 185,055 miles on the clock, averaging 9,145 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 AK58 WGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,055 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,933 |
| Average per year | 9,145 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 WGC |
| 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 WGC
What car is AK58 WGC?
AK58 WGC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AK58 WGC?
The last recorded mileage for AK58 WGC was 185,055 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK58 WGC passed its MOT?
AK58 WGC has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2025.
Is AK58 WGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK58 WGC 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 WGC?
AK58 WGC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.