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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 200,376 miles on the clock, averaging 11,854 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for ES03 COW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 200,376 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,271 |
| Average per year | 11,854 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ES03 COW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ES — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About ES03 COW
What car is ES03 COW?
ES03 COW is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of ES03 COW?
The last recorded mileage for ES03 COW was 200,376 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ES03 COW passed its MOT?
ES03 COW has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jan 2026.
Is ES03 COW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ES03 COW 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 ES03 COW?
ES03 COW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.