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YR58 LWF

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 53,344 miles on the clock, averaging 10,019 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 LWF

MOT Status
Due date passed
53,344
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
10,019

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 reading53,344 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,489
Average per year10,019
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YR58 LWF 44k46k49k51k53k '11'12'11

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage53,344 miles
Since last MOT+9,489 miles
PASS
Mileage43,855 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,849 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 LWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYR — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About YR58 LWF

What car is YR58 LWF?

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

What is the mileage of YR58 LWF?

The last recorded mileage for YR58 LWF was 53,344 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YR58 LWF passed its MOT?

YR58 LWF has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Sep 2012.

Is YR58 LWF ULEZ compliant?

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

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