VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 134 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests (2024)
134
Avg Mileage
15,888 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,400
Is the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.
At 2 years old, 98% of VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSIs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 134 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 15,888 miles.
How does the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI has 15,888 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI
The 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 134 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 18% of all 2022 cars for reliability.
With an average of 15,888 miles at 2 years old, VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI Fuel Costs
The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI
The VOLKSWAGEN POLO STYLE TSI is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-5%) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-7%) from 34,173 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2021) 94% pass rate (-4%) from 29,539 tests
- AUDI Q2 (2020) 94% pass rate (-4%) from 28,824 tests