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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 1896cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 49,084 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for FL08 ECN
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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 | FL08 ECN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FL08 ECN
What car is FL08 ECN?
FL08 ECN is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FL08 ECN?
The last recorded mileage for FL08 ECN was 49,084 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL08 ECN passed its MOT?
FL08 ECN has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2011.
Is FL08 ECN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL08 ECN 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 FL08 ECN?
FL08 ECN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.