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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 141,703 miles on the clock, averaging 16,483 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for NL56 VKR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 141,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,995 |
| Average per year | 16,483 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL56 VKR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VKR
What car is NL56 VKR?
NL56 VKR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VKR?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VKR was 141,703 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VKR passed its MOT?
NL56 VKR has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Sep 2015.
Is NL56 VKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VKR 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 VKR?
NL56 VKR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.