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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 110,759 miles on the clock, averaging 12,156 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 FL58 GCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 110,759 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 528 |
| Average per year | 12,156 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | FL58 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About FL58 GCU
What car is FL58 GCU?
FL58 GCU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FL58 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for FL58 GCU was 110,759 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL58 GCU passed its MOT?
FL58 GCU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Dec 2019.
Is FL58 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL58 GCU 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 FL58 GCU?
FL58 GCU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.