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 2015 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 46,890 miles on the clock, averaging 3,910 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for EL08 DEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,066 |
| Average per year | 3,910 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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CRBC
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL08 DEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EL08 DEL
What car is EL08 DEL?
EL08 DEL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2015.
What is the mileage of EL08 DEL?
The last recorded mileage for EL08 DEL was 46,890 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL08 DEL passed its MOT?
EL08 DEL has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.
Is EL08 DEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL08 DEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EL08 DEL?
EL08 DEL is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.