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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 163,411 miles on the clock, averaging 10,048 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 AM58 ECX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,411 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,130 |
| Average per year | 10,048 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AM58 ECX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AM — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About AM58 ECX
What car is AM58 ECX?
AM58 ECX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AM58 ECX?
The last recorded mileage for AM58 ECX was 163,411 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AM58 ECX passed its MOT?
AM58 ECX has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2024.
Is AM58 ECX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM58 ECX 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 AM58 ECX?
AM58 ECX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.