VW Polo IV facelift 1.4 TDI, 80 PS, 5-speed manual (2005–2009)

Research for this car

• Generation guide VW Polo 9N (2001-2009): known problems and buying guide

  The 1.2 timing chain and diesel timing belts carry the biggest engine risk. Check the belt and chain records and the coils before you buy.

• Engine guide VW pump-injector TDI (1.4, 1.9, 2.0 PD and 2.5 R5): problems, costs and what to check

  Oil pump drive, rod bearing, head crack and cam faults are reported. Buy only with oil records and proof of the pump and head work.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. Timing belt (diesel). Ask for the date and mileage of the last belt change. Bad result: no record, or more than 90,000 km since the change on a 1.9 SDI or 1.9 TDI.
2. Footwell and drains. Press the carpets in both footwells and smell for damp. Bad result: wet carpet or a musty smell.
3. Windows and locks. Use every window switch and the central locking, from the key and from inside. Bad result: a window drops, sticks or stops, or the doors lock or unlock on their own.
4. Front control arms. Drive over bumps and listen. Check the front suspension on a lift. Bad result: knocks or play in the front suspension.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions