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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 172,904 miles on the clock, averaging 7,705 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 RV58 TVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,904 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,705 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RV58 TVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About RV58 TVW
What car is RV58 TVW?
RV58 TVW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RV58 TVW?
The last recorded mileage for RV58 TVW was 172,904 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV58 TVW passed its MOT?
RV58 TVW has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2023.
Is RV58 TVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV58 TVW 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 RV58 TVW?
RV58 TVW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.