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 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 143,610 miles on the clock, averaging 8,406 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 YK58 GPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,610 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,160 |
| Average per year | 8,406 |
| 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 | YK58 GPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About YK58 GPJ
What car is YK58 GPJ?
YK58 GPJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YK58 GPJ?
The last recorded mileage for YK58 GPJ was 143,610 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK58 GPJ passed its MOT?
YK58 GPJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2024.
Is YK58 GPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK58 GPJ 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 YK58 GPJ?
YK58 GPJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.