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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 150,374 miles on the clock, averaging 8,514 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 MK58 VLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,374 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,479 |
| Average per year | 8,514 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MK58 VLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About MK58 VLJ
What car is MK58 VLJ?
MK58 VLJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MK58 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for MK58 VLJ was 150,374 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK58 VLJ passed its MOT?
MK58 VLJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 3 Sep 2024.
Is MK58 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK58 VLJ 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 MK58 VLJ?
MK58 VLJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.