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KP58 SWX

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 121,232 miles on the clock, averaging 8,020 miles per year, around 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 KP58 SWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,232
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,020

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading121,232 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,482
Average per year8,020
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KP58 SWX 31k54k76k99k121k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,232 miles
Since last MOT+5,482 miles
PASS
Mileage115,750 miles
Since last MOT+7,877 miles
PASS
Mileage107,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,873 miles
Since last MOT+7,435 miles
PASS
Mileage100,438 miles
Since last MOT+3,684 miles
PASS
Mileage96,754 miles
Since last MOT+1,191 miles
PASS
Mileage95,563 miles
Since last MOT+10,680 miles
PASS
Mileage84,883 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,883 miles
Since last MOT+11,957 miles
PASS
Mileage72,926 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,926 miles
Since last MOT+14,726 miles
PASS
Mileage58,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,200 miles
Since last MOT+9,136 miles
PASS
Mileage49,064 miles
Since last MOT+4,551 miles
PASS
Mileage44,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,513 miles
Since last MOT+13,540 miles
PASS
Mileage30,973 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

RegistrationKP58 SWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About KP58 SWX

What car is KP58 SWX?

KP58 SWX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KP58 SWX?

The last recorded mileage for KP58 SWX was 121,232 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP58 SWX passed its MOT?

KP58 SWX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2023.

Is KP58 SWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP58 SWX 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 KP58 SWX?

KP58 SWX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.