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 51,094 miles on the clock, averaging 9,432 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 SY69 KVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 51,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,369 |
| Average per year | 9,432 |
| 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 | SY69 KVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2019 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 69 — September 2019 to February 2020 |
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About SY69 KVD
What car is SY69 KVD?
SY69 KVD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Inverness in 2019.
What is the mileage of SY69 KVD?
The last recorded mileage for SY69 KVD was 51,094 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY69 KVD passed its MOT?
SY69 KVD has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is SY69 KVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY69 KVD 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 SY69 KVD?
SY69 KVD is approximately 7 years old. Age identifier 69 means registered between 1 September 2019 and 28 February 2020.