Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 139,689 miles on the clock, averaging 8,688 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 EX58 VLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,689 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,360 |
| Average per year | 8,688 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EX58 VLA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About EX58 VLA
What car is EX58 VLA?
EX58 VLA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EX58 VLA?
The last recorded mileage for EX58 VLA was 139,689 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX58 VLA passed its MOT?
EX58 VLA has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2024.
Is EX58 VLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX58 VLA 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 VLA?
EX58 VLA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.