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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 240,515 miles on the clock, averaging 26,793 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 FY58 SOA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 240,515 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 33,193 |
| Average per year | 26,793 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | FY58 SOA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About FY58 SOA
What car is FY58 SOA?
FY58 SOA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.
What is the mileage of FY58 SOA?
The last recorded mileage for FY58 SOA was 240,515 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY58 SOA passed its MOT?
FY58 SOA has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Nov 2016.
Is FY58 SOA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY58 SOA 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 FY58 SOA?
FY58 SOA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.