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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 170,499 miles on the clock, averaging 10,062 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 GF58 VXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 78,679 |
| Average per year | 10,062 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | GF58 VXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About GF58 VXW
What car is GF58 VXW?
GF58 VXW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GF58 VXW?
The last recorded mileage for GF58 VXW was 170,499 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF58 VXW passed its MOT?
GF58 VXW has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Sep 2019.
Is GF58 VXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF58 VXW 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 GF58 VXW?
GF58 VXW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.