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YR58 LVF

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 98,762 miles on the clock, averaging 11,606 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 YR58 LVF

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,762
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
11,606

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading98,762 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,257
Average per year11,606
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YR58 LVF 87k90k93k96k99k '11'12

Check YR58 LVF

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,762 miles
Since last MOT+12,257 miles
PASS
Mileage86,505 miles

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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

RegistrationYR58 LVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About YR58 LVF

What car is YR58 LVF?

YR58 LVF is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.

What is the mileage of YR58 LVF?

The last recorded mileage for YR58 LVF was 98,762 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR58 LVF passed its MOT?

YR58 LVF has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2012.

Is YR58 LVF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR58 LVF 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 YR58 LVF?

YR58 LVF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.