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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 198,306 miles on the clock, averaging 10,874 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 OJR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,874 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 OJR |
| 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 OJR
What car is EA08 OJR?
EA08 OJR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EA08 OJR?
The last recorded mileage for EA08 OJR was 198,306 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA08 OJR passed its MOT?
EA08 OJR has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is EA08 OJR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA08 OJR 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 OJR?
EA08 OJR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.