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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 36,947 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 ML22 YNK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 36,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | ML22 YNK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 22 — March 2022 to August 2022 |
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About ML22 YNK
What car is ML22 YNK?
ML22 YNK is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Manchester in 2022.
What is the mileage of ML22 YNK?
The last recorded mileage for ML22 YNK was 36,947 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML22 YNK passed its MOT?
ML22 YNK has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is ML22 YNK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML22 YNK 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 ML22 YNK?
ML22 YNK is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 22 means registered between 1 March 2022 and 31 August 2022.