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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 34,226 miles on the clock, averaging 1,447 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 BN58 WLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 767 |
| Average per year | 1,447 |
| 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 | BN58 WLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 WLV
What car is BN58 WLV?
BN58 WLV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BN58 WLV?
The last recorded mileage for BN58 WLV was 34,226 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN58 WLV passed its MOT?
BN58 WLV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 8 Oct 2025.
Is BN58 WLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN58 WLV 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 WLV?
BN58 WLV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.