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WN58 WYS

2008 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2008 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1422cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 133,619 miles on the clock, averaging 6,596 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WN58 WYS

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,619
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,596

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,619 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,623
Average per year6,596
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WN58 WYS 49k70k92k113k134k '11'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,619 miles
Since last MOT+7,623 miles
PASS
Mileage125,996 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,996 miles
Since last MOT+8,215 miles
PASS
Mileage117,781 miles
Since last MOT+7,585 miles
PASS
Mileage110,196 miles
Since last MOT+457 miles
PASS
Mileage109,739 miles
Since last MOT+12,727 miles
PASS
Mileage97,012 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,011 miles
Since last MOT+8,242 miles
PASS
Mileage88,769 miles
Since last MOT+8,778 miles
PASS
Mileage79,991 miles
Since last MOT+6,780 miles
PASS
Mileage73,211 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,211 miles
Since last MOT+8,958 miles
PASS
Mileage64,253 miles
Since last MOT+3,184 miles
PASS
Mileage61,069 miles
Since last MOT+11,619 miles
PASS
Mileage49,450 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN58 WYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier58 — September 2008 to February 2009

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About WN58 WYS

What car is WN58 WYS?

WN58 WYS is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.

What is the mileage of WN58 WYS?

The last recorded mileage for WN58 WYS was 133,619 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN58 WYS passed its MOT?

WN58 WYS has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2024.

Is WN58 WYS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN58 WYS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WN58 WYS?

WN58 WYS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.