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LA02 AWJ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 67,207 miles on the clock, averaging 2,939 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LA02 AWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,207
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
2,939

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading67,207 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,962
Average per year2,939
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA02 AWJ 13k26k40k54k67k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage67,207 miles
Since last MOT+3,962 miles
PASS
Mileage63,245 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,225 miles
Since last MOT+6,481 miles
PASS
Mileage56,744 miles
Since last MOT+2,863 miles
PASS
Mileage53,881 miles
Since last MOT+3,406 miles
PASS
Mileage50,475 miles
Since last MOT+6,148 miles
PASS
Mileage44,327 miles
Since last MOT+4,001 miles
PASS
Mileage40,326 miles
Since last MOT+2,801 miles
PASS
Mileage37,525 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,525 miles
Since last MOT+2,837 miles
PASS
Mileage34,688 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,688 miles
Since last MOT+686 miles
PASS
Mileage34,002 miles
Since last MOT+1,288 miles
PASS
Mileage32,714 miles
Since last MOT+1,131 miles
PASS
Mileage31,583 miles
Since last MOT+1,160 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,423 miles
Since last MOT+1,361 miles
PASS
Mileage29,062 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,062 miles
Since last MOT+1,097 miles
PASS
Mileage27,965 miles
Since last MOT+1,613 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,352 miles
Since last MOT+3,483 miles
PASS
Mileage22,869 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
FAIL
Mileage18,623 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage12,885 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 AWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About LA02 AWJ

What car is LA02 AWJ?

LA02 AWJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LA02 AWJ?

The last recorded mileage for LA02 AWJ was 67,207 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA02 AWJ passed its MOT?

LA02 AWJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 23 Dec 2024.

Is LA02 AWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA02 AWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LA02 AWJ?

LA02 AWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.