Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 172,384 miles on the clock, averaging 9,260 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 EO08 WVV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,286 |
| Average per year | 9,260 |
| 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 | EO08 WVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EO08 WVV
What car is EO08 WVV?
EO08 WVV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EO08 WVV?
The last recorded mileage for EO08 WVV was 172,384 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO08 WVV passed its MOT?
EO08 WVV has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 9 Jun 2026.
Is EO08 WVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO08 WVV 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 EO08 WVV?
EO08 WVV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.