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EX58 VLY

2009 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 181,008 miles on the clock, averaging 9,860 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 VLY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
181,008
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
9,860

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading181,008 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15
Average per year9,860
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX58 VLY 37k73k109k145k181k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage181,008 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage180,993 miles
Since last MOT+10,011 miles
PASS
Mileage170,982 miles
Since last MOT+241 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,741 miles
Since last MOT+10,592 miles
PASS
Mileage160,149 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,019 miles
Since last MOT+8,753 miles
PASS
Mileage151,266 miles
Since last MOT+7,890 miles
PASS
Mileage143,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,376 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage138,351 miles
Since last MOT+5,229 miles
PASS
Mileage133,122 miles
Since last MOT+13,503 miles
PASS
Mileage119,619 miles
Since last MOT+12,242 miles
PASS
Mileage107,377 miles
Since last MOT+11,001 miles
PASS
Mileage96,376 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,376 miles
Since last MOT+10,076 miles
PASS
Mileage86,300 miles
Since last MOT+13,386 miles
PASS
Mileage72,914 miles
Since last MOT+135 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,779 miles
Since last MOT+13,849 miles
PASS
Mileage58,930 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,930 miles
Since last MOT+10,427 miles
PASS
Mileage48,503 miles
Since last MOT+11,395 miles
PASS
Mileage37,108 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,108 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 VLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About EX58 VLY

What car is EX58 VLY?

EX58 VLY is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.

What is the mileage of EX58 VLY?

The last recorded mileage for EX58 VLY was 181,008 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX58 VLY passed its MOT?

EX58 VLY has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2026.

Is EX58 VLY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX58 VLY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, 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 VLY?

EX58 VLY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.