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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 138,596 miles on the clock, averaging 8,664 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 SY58 MLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,596 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,608 |
| Average per year | 8,664 |
| 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 MLJ |
| 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 MLJ
What car is SY58 MLJ?
SY58 MLJ is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY58 MLJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY58 MLJ was 138,596 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY58 MLJ passed its MOT?
SY58 MLJ has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.
Is SY58 MLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY58 MLJ 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 MLJ?
SY58 MLJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.