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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 76,955 miles on the clock, averaging 4,117 miles per year, well 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 SY58 LVN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,050 |
| Average per year | 4,117 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SY58 LVN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About SY58 LVN
What car is SY58 LVN?
SY58 LVN is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY58 LVN?
The last recorded mileage for SY58 LVN was 76,955 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY58 LVN passed its MOT?
SY58 LVN has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.
Is SY58 LVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY58 LVN 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 SY58 LVN?
SY58 LVN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.