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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 132,460 miles on the clock, averaging 6,930 miles per year, 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 UTK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,460 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 UTK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 UTK
What car is GY58 UTK?
GY58 UTK is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY58 UTK?
The last recorded mileage for GY58 UTK was 132,460 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY58 UTK passed its MOT?
GY58 UTK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is GY58 UTK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY58 UTK 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 UTK?
GY58 UTK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.