Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 117,357 miles on the clock, averaging 6,335 miles per year, below 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 VTP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,357 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,540 |
| Average per year | 6,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 VTP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VTP
What car is NL56 VTP?
NL56 VTP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2006.
What is the mileage of NL56 VTP?
The last recorded mileage for NL56 VTP was 117,357 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL56 VTP passed its MOT?
NL56 VTP has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2023.
Is NL56 VTP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL56 VTP 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 VTP?
NL56 VTP is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.