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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 188,664 miles on the clock, averaging 13,671 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 CU58 JOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,003 |
| Average per year | 13,671 |
| 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 | CU58 JOH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About CU58 JOH
What car is CU58 JOH?
CU58 JOH is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2008.
What is the mileage of CU58 JOH?
The last recorded mileage for CU58 JOH was 188,664 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU58 JOH passed its MOT?
CU58 JOH has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2024.
Is CU58 JOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU58 JOH 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 CU58 JOH?
CU58 JOH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.