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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 230,175 miles on the clock, averaging 18,436 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 ML58 SWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 230,175 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,038 |
| Average per year | 18,436 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | ML58 SWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About ML58 SWU
What car is ML58 SWU?
ML58 SWU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of ML58 SWU?
The last recorded mileage for ML58 SWU was 230,175 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML58 SWU passed its MOT?
ML58 SWU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2023.
Is ML58 SWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML58 SWU 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 ML58 SWU?
ML58 SWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.