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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 101,394 miles on the clock, averaging 5,960 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 EA58 GNN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,394 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,960 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EA58 GNN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About EA58 GNN
What car is EA58 GNN?
EA58 GNN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA58 GNN?
The last recorded mileage for EA58 GNN was 101,394 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA58 GNN passed its MOT?
EA58 GNN has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is EA58 GNN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA58 GNN 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 EA58 GNN?
EA58 GNN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.