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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 179,304 miles on the clock, averaging 9,521 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 MF58 EAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,304 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,934 |
| Average per year | 9,521 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | MF58 EAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About MF58 EAJ
What car is MF58 EAJ?
MF58 EAJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MF58 EAJ?
The last recorded mileage for MF58 EAJ was 179,304 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF58 EAJ passed its MOT?
MF58 EAJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.
Is MF58 EAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF58 EAJ 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 MF58 EAJ?
MF58 EAJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.