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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 163,886 miles on the clock, averaging 8,184 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 AV58 LWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,886 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,751 |
| Average per year | 8,184 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | AV58 LWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About AV58 LWG
What car is AV58 LWG?
AV58 LWG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AV58 LWG?
The last recorded mileage for AV58 LWG was 163,886 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV58 LWG passed its MOT?
AV58 LWG has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 27 Jul 2026.
Is AV58 LWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV58 LWG 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 AV58 LWG?
AV58 LWG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.