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 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 146,790 miles on the clock, averaging 7,224 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EF08 XPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,216 |
| Average per year | 7,224 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF08 XPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 XPW
What car is EF08 XPW?
EF08 XPW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 XPW?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 XPW was 146,790 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 XPW passed its MOT?
EF08 XPW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is EF08 XPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 XPW 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 XPW?
EF08 XPW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.