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FN58 GJU

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 246,924 miles on the clock, averaging 13,537 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 FN58 GJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
246,924
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2011
92%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
13,537

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading246,924 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,921
Average per year13,537
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN58 GJU 91k130k169k208k247k '11'23'18

Check FN58 GJU

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage246,924 miles
Since last MOT+11,921 miles
PASS
Mileage235,003 miles
Since last MOT+6,169 miles
PASS
Mileage228,834 miles
Since last MOT+11,580 miles
PASS
Mileage217,254 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage217,254 miles
Since last MOT+20,794 miles
PASS
Mileage196,460 miles
Since last MOT+22,097 miles
PASS
Mileage174,363 miles
Since last MOT+15,501 miles
PASS
Mileage158,862 miles
Since last MOT+11,064 miles
PASS
Mileage147,798 miles
Since last MOT+10,758 miles
PASS
Mileage137,040 miles
Since last MOT+10,004 miles
PASS
Mileage127,036 miles
Since last MOT+17,641 miles
PASS
Mileage109,395 miles
Since last MOT+18,322 miles
PASS
Mileage91,073 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

RegistrationFN58 GJU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About FN58 GJU

What car is FN58 GJU?

FN58 GJU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FN58 GJU?

The last recorded mileage for FN58 GJU was 246,924 miles, recorded on 15 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN58 GJU passed its MOT?

FN58 GJU has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 May 2023.

Is FN58 GJU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN58 GJU 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 FN58 GJU?

FN58 GJU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.