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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 186,836 miles on the clock, averaging 12,875 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX08 XYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,239 |
| Average per year | 12,875 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX08 XYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EX08 XYA
What car is EX08 XYA?
EX08 XYA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EX08 XYA?
The last recorded mileage for EX08 XYA was 186,836 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX08 XYA passed its MOT?
EX08 XYA has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2024.
Is EX08 XYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX08 XYA 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 EX08 XYA?
EX08 XYA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.