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 122,376 miles on the clock, averaging 6,397 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for NL56 VTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,376 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,397 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL56 VTJ |
| 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 VTJ
What car is NL56 VTJ?
NL56 VTJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VTJ was 122,376 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VTJ passed its MOT?
NL56 VTJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2024.
Is NL56 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VTJ 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 VTJ?
NL56 VTJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.