Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 141,896 miles on the clock, averaging 10,505 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 SO58 BKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,551 |
| Average per year | 10,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SO58 BKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About SO58 BKG
What car is SO58 BKG?
SO58 BKG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO58 BKG?
The last recorded mileage for SO58 BKG was 141,896 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO58 BKG passed its MOT?
SO58 BKG has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2021.
Is SO58 BKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO58 BKG 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 SO58 BKG?
SO58 BKG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.