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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 159,383 miles on the clock, averaging 17,519 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 WP58 AYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,383 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,856 |
| Average per year | 17,519 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | WP58 AYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About WP58 AYB
What car is WP58 AYB?
WP58 AYB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WP58 AYB?
The last recorded mileage for WP58 AYB was 159,383 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP58 AYB passed its MOT?
WP58 AYB has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2017.
Is WP58 AYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP58 AYB 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 WP58 AYB?
WP58 AYB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.