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 Petrol 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 87,567 miles on the clock, averaging 3,631 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for NL56 VKP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,567 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 50 |
| Average per year | 3,631 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL56 VKP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NL56 VKP
What car is NL56 VKP?
NL56 VKP is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VKP?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VKP was 87,567 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VKP passed its MOT?
NL56 VKP has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is NL56 VKP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VKP is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NL56 VKP?
NL56 VKP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.