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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 178,958 miles on the clock, averaging 13,529 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 NL56 FSD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,958 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,878 |
| Average per year | 13,529 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | NL56 FSD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NL56 FSD
What car is NL56 FSD?
NL56 FSD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 FSD?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 FSD was 178,958 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 FSD passed its MOT?
NL56 FSD has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Oct 2020.
Is NL56 FSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 FSD 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 NL56 FSD?
NL56 FSD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.