Carsieve VW Polo IV 1.2, 55 PS, 5-speed manual (2001–2005)
- Power
- 55 PS (40 kW)
- Engine codes
- BMD
- Gearbox
- 5-speed manual
- Production years
- 2001–2005
- Running cost per month
- €357
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €1,390
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 2/5
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.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ignition coils | All petrol engines | Not stated | About 184 GBP on average (UK, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Blocked drains and wet footwell | All 9N | Not stated | 120-220 EUR (Germany, year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Front control arms | Cars built up to 2007 | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Power windows and central locking | All 9N | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Ignition coils (petrol). Start the engine warm and listen for misfire or stalling. Bad result: a misfire.
- Footwell and drains. Press the carpets in both footwells and smell for damp. Bad result: wet carpet or a musty smell.
- 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.
- 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
| Operational | €185 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €77 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €95 |
| Total per month | €357 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €30 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 260
- 25th percentile
- €950
- Median price
- €1,390
- 75th percentile
- €1,990
- Median mileage
- 164,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2003
- Dealer share
- 16.2%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 11 | €1,500 | 153,283 km |
| 2004 | 77 | €1,350 | 170,000 km |
| 2003 | 106 | €1,450 | 161,366 km |
| 2002 | 63 | €1,200 | 170,000 km |
| 2001 | 3 | – | – |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 260 | €1,390 | €950 – €1,990 | 164,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 260 | €1,390 | €950 – €1,990 | 164,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 12 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polo 1.2 | 55 PS | 3 | 2001–2005 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 | 55 PS | 5 | 2001–2005 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 Trendline | 55 PS | 3 | 2001–2002 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 Trendline | 55 PS | 5 | 2001–2002 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 Comfortline | 55 PS | 3 | 2001–2005 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 Comfortline | 55 PS | 5 | 2001–2005 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 mit Plus Paket | 55 PS | 3 | 2003–2005 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 mit Plus Paket | 55 PS | 5 | 2003–2005 | €357 |
| Polo 1.2 Cricket | 55 PS | 3 | 2004–2005 | €344 |
| Polo 1.2 Cricket | 55 PS | 5 | 2004–2005 | €344 |
| Polo 1.2 Special | 55 PS | 5 | 2003–2005 | €348 |
| Polo 1.2 | 55 PS | 5 | 2004–2005 | €385 |