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AY58 XTD

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 47,256 miles on the clock, averaging 2,271 miles per year, well 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 AY58 XTD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
47,256
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
2,271

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading47,256 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,271
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AY58 XTD 14k22k30k39k47k '11'26'23

Check AY58 XTD

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,256 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,256 miles
Since last MOT+1,968 miles
PASS
Mileage45,288 miles
Since last MOT+2,651 miles
PASS
Mileage42,637 miles
Since last MOT+1,714 miles
PASS
Mileage40,923 miles
Since last MOT+1,540 miles
PASS
Mileage39,383 miles
Since last MOT+1,696 miles
PASS
Mileage37,687 miles
Since last MOT+14,252 miles
PASS
Mileage23,435 miles
Since last MOT+5,279 miles
PASS
Mileage18,156 miles
Since last MOT+4,421 miles
PASS
Mileage13,735 miles

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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

RegistrationAY58 XTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAY — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About AY58 XTD

What car is AY58 XTD?

AY58 XTD is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.

What is the mileage of AY58 XTD?

The last recorded mileage for AY58 XTD was 47,256 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AY58 XTD passed its MOT?

AY58 XTD has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jun 2026.

Is AY58 XTD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY58 XTD 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 AY58 XTD?

AY58 XTD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.