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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 170,414 miles on the clock, averaging 9,951 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 DB03 COW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,951 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | DB03 COW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DB — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DB03 COW
What car is DB03 COW?
DB03 COW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DB03 COW?
The last recorded mileage for DB03 COW was 170,414 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DB03 COW passed its MOT?
DB03 COW has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Dec 2025.
Is DB03 COW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DB03 COW 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 DB03 COW?
DB03 COW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.