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 2022 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 14,000 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 LD72 GDA
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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
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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 | LD72 GDA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 72 — September 2022 to February 2023 |
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About LD72 GDA
What car is LD72 GDA?
LD72 GDA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2022.
What is the mileage of LD72 GDA?
The last recorded mileage for LD72 GDA was 14,000 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD72 GDA passed its MOT?
LD72 GDA has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2025.
Is LD72 GDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD72 GDA 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 LD72 GDA?
LD72 GDA is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 72 means registered between 1 September 2022 and 28 February 2023.