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 2014 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 153,178 miles on the clock, averaging 9,634 miles per year, above 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 EL14 BWS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 9,634 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL14 BWS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 14 — March 2014 to August 2014 |
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About EL14 BWS
What car is EL14 BWS?
EL14 BWS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2014.
What is the mileage of EL14 BWS?
The last recorded mileage for EL14 BWS was 153,178 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL14 BWS passed its MOT?
EL14 BWS has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.
Is EL14 BWS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL14 BWS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EL14 BWS?
EL14 BWS is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 14 means registered between 1 March 2014 and 31 August 2014.