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FY58 VLX

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 71,190 miles on the clock, averaging 12,577 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 VLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,190
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2012
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
12,577

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading71,190 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,121
Average per year12,577
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FY58 VLX 60k63k66k68k71k '12'13

Check FY58 VLX

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,190 miles
Since last MOT+11,121 miles
PASS
Mileage60,069 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

RegistrationFY58 VLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About FY58 VLX

What car is FY58 VLX?

FY58 VLX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FY58 VLX?

The last recorded mileage for FY58 VLX was 71,190 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FY58 VLX passed its MOT?

FY58 VLX has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2013.

Is FY58 VLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY58 VLX 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 VLX?

FY58 VLX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.