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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 106,652 miles on the clock, averaging 8,673 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 NH56 LRA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,652 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,711 |
| Average per year | 8,673 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | NH56 LRA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NH56 LRA
What car is NH56 LRA?
NH56 LRA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2007.
What is the mileage of NH56 LRA?
The last recorded mileage for NH56 LRA was 106,652 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH56 LRA passed its MOT?
NH56 LRA has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2017.
Is NH56 LRA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH56 LRA 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 NH56 LRA?
NH56 LRA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.