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 2019 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 87,712 miles on the clock, averaging 21,046 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 TSI engine is known for 1. carbon buildup on intake valves and 2. turbocharger actuator/wastegate linkage failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include infotainment system glitches and component affected.
MOT & Mileage History for GR19 BPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 87,712 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 21,046 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2017–2024), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Infotainment System Glitches
Component affected
What goes wrong
Symptoms
1. Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves
Direct-injection petrol engines like the CHZB lack fuel spray across the intake valves during the induction stroke. Without this natural cleaning action, carbon deposits accumulate on the valve stems and seats, restricting airflow.[2]
2. Turbocharger Actuator/Wastegate Linkage Failure
The actuator linkage connecting the wastegate solenoid to the wastegate valve becomes faulty or loose, causing loss of boost control. Many repair shops misdiagnose this as full turbocharger failure and recommend a costly replacement (€1,000+) when only the actuator arm needs repair (€150).[3]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GR19 BPF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 19 — March 2019 to August 2019 |
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About GR19 BPF
What car is GR19 BPF?
GR19 BPF is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Brighton in 2019.
What is the mileage of GR19 BPF?
The last recorded mileage for GR19 BPF was 87,712 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR19 BPF passed its MOT?
GR19 BPF has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.
Is GR19 BPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR19 BPF 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 GR19 BPF?
GR19 BPF is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 19 means registered between 1 March 2019 and 31 August 2019.