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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 162,053 miles on the clock, averaging 8,451 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 YE58 XGR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,853 |
| Average per year | 8,451 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YE58 XGR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About YE58 XGR
What car is YE58 XGR?
YE58 XGR is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YE58 XGR?
The last recorded mileage for YE58 XGR was 162,053 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE58 XGR passed its MOT?
YE58 XGR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2021.
Is YE58 XGR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE58 XGR 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 YE58 XGR?
YE58 XGR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.