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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 160,416 miles on the clock, averaging 19,288 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 EA08 MEV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,642 |
| Average per year | 19,288 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | EA08 MEV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EA08 MEV
What car is EA08 MEV?
EA08 MEV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 MEV?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 MEV was 160,416 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 MEV passed its MOT?
EA08 MEV has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Apr 2014.
Is EA08 MEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 MEV 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 MEV?
EA08 MEV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.