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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 110,931 miles on the clock, averaging 5,565 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 SY58 LXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,931 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,795 |
| Average per year | 5,565 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 LXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 LXL
What car is SY58 LXL?
SY58 LXL is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY58 LXL?
The last recorded mileage for SY58 LXL was 110,931 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY58 LXL passed its MOT?
SY58 LXL has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2023.
Is SY58 LXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY58 LXL 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 LXL?
SY58 LXL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.