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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 137,686 miles on the clock, averaging 8,644 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 PJ58 CWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,686 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,550 |
| Average per year | 8,644 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | PJ58 CWZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About PJ58 CWZ
What car is PJ58 CWZ?
PJ58 CWZ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PJ58 CWZ?
The last recorded mileage for PJ58 CWZ was 137,686 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ58 CWZ passed its MOT?
PJ58 CWZ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2023.
Is PJ58 CWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ58 CWZ 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 PJ58 CWZ?
PJ58 CWZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.