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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 15,000 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 WL72 AKJ
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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
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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 | WL72 AKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 72 — September 2022 to February 2023 |
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About WL72 AKJ
What car is WL72 AKJ?
WL72 AKJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Truro in 2022.
What is the mileage of WL72 AKJ?
The last recorded mileage for WL72 AKJ was 15,000 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL72 AKJ passed its MOT?
WL72 AKJ has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is WL72 AKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL72 AKJ 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 WL72 AKJ?
WL72 AKJ is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 72 means registered between 1 September 2022 and 28 February 2023.