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 1984cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 112,332 miles on the clock, averaging 6,054 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for EO08 LJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,852 |
| Average per year | 6,054 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EO08 LJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EO08 LJL
What car is EO08 LJL?
EO08 LJL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EO08 LJL?
The last recorded mileage for EO08 LJL was 112,332 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO08 LJL passed its MOT?
EO08 LJL has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2026.
Is EO08 LJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO08 LJL 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 EO08 LJL?
EO08 LJL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.