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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 129,451 miles on the clock, averaging 8,646 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 BN58 YBU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,451 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 376 |
| Average per year | 8,646 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 YBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YBU
What car is BN58 YBU?
BN58 YBU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BN58 YBU?
The last recorded mileage for BN58 YBU was 129,451 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN58 YBU passed its MOT?
BN58 YBU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2021.
Is BN58 YBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN58 YBU 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 YBU?
BN58 YBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.