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LX58 TKA

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Sidcup, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 30,254 miles on the clock, averaging 2,658 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 LX58 TKA

MOT Status
Due date passed
30,254
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
2,658

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading30,254 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,569
Average per year2,658
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LX58 TKA 12k16k21k26k30k '11'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage30,254 miles
Since last MOT+2,569 miles
PASS
Mileage27,685 miles
Since last MOT+2,352 miles
PASS
Mileage25,333 miles
Since last MOT+1,897 miles
PASS
Mileage23,436 miles
Since last MOT+2,999 miles
PASS
Mileage20,437 miles
Since last MOT+2,952 miles
PASS
Mileage17,485 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage17,485 miles
Since last MOT+2,737 miles
PASS
Mileage14,748 miles
Since last MOT+3,173 miles
PASS
Mileage11,575 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

RegistrationLX58 TKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About LX58 TKA

What car is LX58 TKA?

LX58 TKA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2008.

What is the mileage of LX58 TKA?

The last recorded mileage for LX58 TKA was 30,254 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX58 TKA passed its MOT?

LX58 TKA has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Sep 2018.

Is LX58 TKA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX58 TKA 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 LX58 TKA?

LX58 TKA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.