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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 255,978 miles on the clock, averaging 21,618 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 NC56 TCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 255,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17 |
| Average per year | 21,618 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | NC56 TCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NC56 TCX
What car is NC56 TCX?
NC56 TCX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2007.
What is the mileage of NC56 TCX?
The last recorded mileage for NC56 TCX was 255,978 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC56 TCX passed its MOT?
NC56 TCX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2017.
Is NC56 TCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC56 TCX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC56 TCX?
NC56 TCX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.