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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 46,053 miles on the clock, averaging 1,278 miles per year, well below 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 VBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 877 |
| Average per year | 1,278 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 VBA |
| 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 VBA
What car is CE08 VBA?
CE08 VBA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CE08 VBA?
The last recorded mileage for CE08 VBA was 46,053 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE08 VBA passed its MOT?
CE08 VBA has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2025.
Is CE08 VBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE08 VBA 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 VBA?
CE08 VBA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.