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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 154,005 miles on the clock, averaging 6,991 miles per year, below 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 SL58 WBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 154,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SL58 WBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About SL58 WBJ
What car is SL58 WBJ?
SL58 WBJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL58 WBJ?
The last recorded mileage for SL58 WBJ was 154,005 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL58 WBJ passed its MOT?
SL58 WBJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2023.
Is SL58 WBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL58 WBJ 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 SL58 WBJ?
SL58 WBJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.