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 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 145,693 miles on the clock, averaging 10,067 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 ND56 XTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,341 |
| Average per year | 10,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | ND56 XTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About ND56 XTE
What car is ND56 XTE?
ND56 XTE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of ND56 XTE?
The last recorded mileage for ND56 XTE was 145,693 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND56 XTE passed its MOT?
ND56 XTE has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2021.
Is ND56 XTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND56 XTE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is ND56 XTE?
ND56 XTE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.