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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing 2 (33% pass rate). It has 79,374 miles on the clock, averaging 13,409 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 BN58 XHM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 79,374 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,218 |
| Average per year | 13,409 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 XHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XHM
What car is BN58 XHM?
BN58 XHM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BN58 XHM?
The last recorded mileage for BN58 XHM was 79,374 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN58 XHM passed its MOT?
BN58 XHM has had 3 MOT tests with a 33% pass rate (1 pass, 2 failures). It last was tested on 16 Nov 2012.
Is BN58 XHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN58 XHM 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 XHM?
BN58 XHM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.