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GY58 UTH

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 36,254 miles on the clock, averaging 15,715 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 UTH

MOT Status
Due date passed
36,254
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
15,715

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 reading36,254 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,785
Average per year15,715
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GY58 UTH 20k24k28k32k36k '12'13

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage36,254 miles
Since last MOT+15,785 miles
PASS
Mileage20,469 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

RegistrationGY58 UTH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About GY58 UTH

What car is GY58 UTH?

GY58 UTH is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GY58 UTH?

The last recorded mileage for GY58 UTH was 36,254 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY58 UTH passed its MOT?

GY58 UTH has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2013.

Is GY58 UTH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY58 UTH 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 UTH?

GY58 UTH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.