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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 227,358 miles on the clock, averaging 11,885 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 ED03 ENS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 227,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 101 |
| Average per year | 11,885 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | ED03 ENS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ED — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About ED03 ENS
What car is ED03 ENS?
ED03 ENS is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of ED03 ENS?
The last recorded mileage for ED03 ENS was 227,358 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ED03 ENS passed its MOT?
ED03 ENS has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is ED03 ENS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ED03 ENS 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 ED03 ENS?
ED03 ENS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.