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Fitment on a used wishbone varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
Both years fall within the Polo Mk4 generation (2001–2009), so there is a reasonable chance the wishbone will interchange, but the Mk4 received a facelift in 2005 and some running-gear components were revised at that point. You should confirm with the breaker using both registration plates before buying, as crossing the pre- and post-facelift boundary can catch you out.
The Polo Mk5 ran from 2009 to 2017 and the Mk4 from 2001 to 2009 – these are distinct generations with different front-end architecture, so a direct swap is very unlikely. Always quote both registrations to your breaker and let them confirm against their parts data rather than relying on the model name alone.
For the wishbone itself, engine size does not typically drive a different part on the Polo – the suspension geometry is broadly consistent across the range within a generation. That said, confirm the exact part number with your breaker against your registration, as there can be detail differences you wouldn't spot visually.
Trim level – whether that's S, SE, Match, or GTI – does not affect wishbone fitment on the Polo; the same generation and engine size are the key factors. Be aware, however, that you should confirm with the breaker if you have a GTI, as sport-suspension variants may carry different geometry settings that are worth ruling out against your registration.
Yes – this is essential. Nearside (NS, left-hand side as you sit in the car) and offside (OS, right-hand side) wishbones are handed and are not interchangeable, so always specify NS or OS when you request a quote. Getting this wrong is one of the most common reasons a part arrives and doesn't fit.
The Polo Mk5 was facelifted in 2014, and while the generation runs from 2009 to 2017, some suspension components can differ across that boundary. Name both registration plates when you contact your breaker and ask them to check part numbers directly, as this is one of those cases where assuming it fits because it's the same generation can lead to a wasted journey.