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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 179,853 miles on the clock, averaging 10,235 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 CE08 GZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,677 |
| Average per year | 10,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | CE08 GZJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CE08 GZJ
What car is CE08 GZJ?
CE08 GZJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CE08 GZJ?
The last recorded mileage for CE08 GZJ was 179,853 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE08 GZJ passed its MOT?
CE08 GZJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2025.
Is CE08 GZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE08 GZJ 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 CE08 GZJ?
CE08 GZJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.