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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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 49,275 miles on the clock, averaging 3,744 miles per year, well below 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 SFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,275 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 SFX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 SFX
What car is GY58 SFX?
GY58 SFX is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY58 SFX?
The last recorded mileage for GY58 SFX was 49,275 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY58 SFX passed its MOT?
GY58 SFX has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2022.
Is GY58 SFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY58 SFX 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 SFX?
GY58 SFX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.