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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 13,671 miles on the clock, averaging 1,618 miles per year, well below 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 PL19 BGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 13,671 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,218 |
| Average per year | 1,618 |
| 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 | PL19 BGE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 19 — March 2019 to August 2019 |
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About PL19 BGE
What car is PL19 BGE?
PL19 BGE is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Preston in 2019.
What is the mileage of PL19 BGE?
The last recorded mileage for PL19 BGE was 13,671 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL19 BGE passed its MOT?
PL19 BGE has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is PL19 BGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL19 BGE 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 PL19 BGE?
PL19 BGE is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 19 means registered between 1 March 2019 and 31 August 2019.