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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 161,626 miles on the clock, averaging 8,510 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 FN58 LXP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FN58 LXP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About FN58 LXP
What car is FN58 LXP?
FN58 LXP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FN58 LXP?
The last recorded mileage for FN58 LXP was 161,626 miles, recorded on 31 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN58 LXP passed its MOT?
FN58 LXP has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Aug 2023.
Is FN58 LXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN58 LXP 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 LXP?
FN58 LXP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.