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EX58 NWJ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 every one. It has 51,497 miles on the clock, averaging 14,010 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 EX58 NWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
51,497
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
14,010

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading51,497 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20,822
Average per year14,010
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX58 NWJ 23k30k37k44k51k '11'13'12

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage51,497 miles
Since last MOT+20,822 miles
PASS
Mileage30,675 miles
Since last MOT+7,413 miles
PASS
Mileage23,262 miles

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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

RegistrationEX58 NWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About EX58 NWJ

What car is EX58 NWJ?

EX58 NWJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.

What is the mileage of EX58 NWJ?

The last recorded mileage for EX58 NWJ was 51,497 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX58 NWJ passed its MOT?

EX58 NWJ has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2013.

Is EX58 NWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX58 NWJ 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 EX58 NWJ?

EX58 NWJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.