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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 158,273 miles on the clock, averaging 8,496 miles per year, around 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 NH55 LHG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,273 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | NH55 LHG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NH55 LHG
What car is NH55 LHG?
NH55 LHG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NH55 LHG?
The last recorded mileage for NH55 LHG was 158,273 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH55 LHG passed its MOT?
NH55 LHG has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2022.
Is NH55 LHG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH55 LHG 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 NH55 LHG?
NH55 LHG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.