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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 179,143 miles on the clock, averaging 10,091 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 EF08 RZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,352 |
| Average per year | 10,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EF08 RZE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 RZE
What car is EF08 RZE?
EF08 RZE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 RZE?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 RZE was 179,143 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 RZE passed its MOT?
EF08 RZE has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2026.
Is EF08 RZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 RZE 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 EF08 RZE?
EF08 RZE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.