Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1900cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 83,504 miles on the clock, averaging 12,405 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 NL55 NHM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 83,504 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,702 |
| Average per year | 12,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | NL55 NHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1900cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About NL55 NHM
What car is NL55 NHM?
NL55 NHM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1900cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NL55 NHM?
The last recorded mileage for NL55 NHM was 83,504 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL55 NHM passed its MOT?
NL55 NHM has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 25 Jun 2013.
Is NL55 NHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL55 NHM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NL55 NHM?
NL55 NHM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.