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 Petrol 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 172,896 miles on the clock, averaging 11,120 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 EWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,896 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 353 |
| Average per year | 11,120 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF08 EWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 EWU
What car is EF08 EWU?
EF08 EWU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 EWU?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 EWU was 172,896 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 EWU passed its MOT?
EF08 EWU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2023.
Is EF08 EWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 EWU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EF08 EWU?
EF08 EWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.