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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 95,053 miles on the clock, averaging 12,381 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 PY58 GDA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 95,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,493 |
| Average per year | 12,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | PY58 GDA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About PY58 GDA
What car is PY58 GDA?
PY58 GDA is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2008.
What is the mileage of PY58 GDA?
The last recorded mileage for PY58 GDA was 95,053 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY58 GDA passed its MOT?
PY58 GDA has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2015.
Is PY58 GDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY58 GDA 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 PY58 GDA?
PY58 GDA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.