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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 143,667 miles on the clock, averaging 9,121 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 YC58 OWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,667 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,121 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YC58 OWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About YC58 OWJ
What car is YC58 OWJ?
YC58 OWJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YC58 OWJ?
The last recorded mileage for YC58 OWJ was 143,667 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC58 OWJ passed its MOT?
YC58 OWJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2023.
Is YC58 OWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC58 OWJ 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 YC58 OWJ?
YC58 OWJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.