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 127,664 miles on the clock, averaging 14,255 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 GK58 SGU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 127,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,255 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | GK58 SGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About GK58 SGU
What car is GK58 SGU?
GK58 SGU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GK58 SGU?
The last recorded mileage for GK58 SGU was 127,664 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK58 SGU passed its MOT?
GK58 SGU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Aug 2016.
Is GK58 SGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK58 SGU 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 GK58 SGU?
GK58 SGU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.