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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 43,615 miles on the clock, averaging 8,776 miles per year, around 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 WN70 UPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 43,615 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,898 |
| Average per year | 8,776 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | WN70 UPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2020 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WN — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 70 — September 2020 to February 2021 |
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About WN70 UPW
What car is WN70 UPW?
WN70 UPW is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Bristol in 2020.
What is the mileage of WN70 UPW?
The last recorded mileage for WN70 UPW was 43,615 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WN70 UPW passed its MOT?
WN70 UPW has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Oct 2025.
Is WN70 UPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN70 UPW 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 WN70 UPW?
WN70 UPW is approximately 6 years old. Age identifier 70 means registered between 1 September 2020 and 28 February 2021.