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 2018 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 27,721 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 NA18 DCE
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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
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 | NA18 DCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NA — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 18 — March 2018 to August 2018 |
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About NA18 DCE
What car is NA18 DCE?
NA18 DCE is an white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2018.
What is the mileage of NA18 DCE?
The last recorded mileage for NA18 DCE was 27,721 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NA18 DCE passed its MOT?
NA18 DCE has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2021.
Is NA18 DCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NA18 DCE 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 NA18 DCE?
NA18 DCE is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 18 means registered between 1 March 2018 and 31 August 2018.