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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 132,241 miles on the clock, averaging 5,498 miles per year, 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 BN58 TPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,241 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,430 |
| Average per year | 5,498 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BN58 TPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About BN58 TPZ
What car is BN58 TPZ?
BN58 TPZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BN58 TPZ?
The last recorded mileage for BN58 TPZ was 132,241 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN58 TPZ passed its MOT?
BN58 TPZ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2025.
Is BN58 TPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN58 TPZ 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 BN58 TPZ?
BN58 TPZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.