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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 120,096 miles on the clock, averaging 6,082 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EA08 BFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,312 |
| Average per year | 6,082 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EA08 BFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 BFV
What car is EA08 BFV?
EA08 BFV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 BFV?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 BFV was 120,096 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 BFV passed its MOT?
EA08 BFV has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.
Is EA08 BFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 BFV 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 EA08 BFV?
EA08 BFV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.