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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 131,829 miles on the clock, averaging 6,078 miles per year, below 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 NL06 WLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,829 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,701 |
| Average per year | 6,078 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | NL06 WLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About NL06 WLX
What car is NL06 WLX?
NL06 WLX is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL06 WLX?
The last recorded mileage for NL06 WLX was 131,829 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL06 WLX passed its MOT?
NL06 WLX has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 7 Apr 2026.
Is NL06 WLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL06 WLX 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 NL06 WLX?
NL06 WLX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.