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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 169,618 miles on the clock, averaging 8,233 miles per year, around 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 NV56 WZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 169,618 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,894 |
| Average per year | 8,233 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | NV56 WZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About NV56 WZU
What car is NV56 WZU?
NV56 WZU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stockton in 2007.
What is the mileage of NV56 WZU?
The last recorded mileage for NV56 WZU was 169,618 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV56 WZU passed its MOT?
NV56 WZU has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2025.
Is NV56 WZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV56 WZU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NV56 WZU?
NV56 WZU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.