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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 111,218 miles on the clock, averaging 17,769 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 GY58 DYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 111,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,766 |
| Average per year | 17,769 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | GY58 DYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About GY58 DYA
What car is GY58 DYA?
GY58 DYA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY58 DYA?
The last recorded mileage for GY58 DYA was 111,218 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY58 DYA passed its MOT?
GY58 DYA has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 24 Sep 2013.
Is GY58 DYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY58 DYA 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 GY58 DYA?
GY58 DYA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.