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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 171,796 miles on the clock, averaging 12,474 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 LVZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,796 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,694 |
| Average per year | 12,474 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YR58 LVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About YR58 LVZ
What car is YR58 LVZ?
YR58 LVZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YR58 LVZ?
The last recorded mileage for YR58 LVZ was 171,796 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR58 LVZ passed its MOT?
YR58 LVZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2020.
Is YR58 LVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR58 LVZ 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 LVZ?
YR58 LVZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.