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 2020 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 999cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 69,178 miles on the clock, averaging 12,020 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 PE20 TZB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 69,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,232 |
| Average per year | 12,020 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | PE20 TZB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2020 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 20 — March 2020 to August 2020 |
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About PE20 TZB
What car is PE20 TZB?
PE20 TZB is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Preston in 2020.
What is the mileage of PE20 TZB?
The last recorded mileage for PE20 TZB was 69,178 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE20 TZB passed its MOT?
PE20 TZB has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.
Is PE20 TZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE20 TZB 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 PE20 TZB?
PE20 TZB is approximately 6 years old. Age identifier 20 means registered between 1 March 2020 and 31 August 2020.