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 2000cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 155,708 miles on the clock, averaging 7,706 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for NL56 VLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 155,708 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,932 |
| Average per year | 7,706 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL56 VLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NL56 VLC
What car is NL56 VLC?
NL56 VLC is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VLC?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VLC was 155,708 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VLC passed its MOT?
NL56 VLC has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2025.
Is NL56 VLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VLC 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 VLC?
NL56 VLC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.