Vehicle summary
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 1200cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 142,764 miles on the clock, averaging 9,357 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LA02 JBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,764 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,378 |
| Average per year | 9,357 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LA02 JBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About LA02 JBU
What car is LA02 JBU?
LA02 JBU is an purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LA02 JBU?
The last recorded mileage for LA02 JBU was 142,764 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA02 JBU passed its MOT?
LA02 JBU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2019.
Is LA02 JBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA02 JBU 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 JBU?
LA02 JBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.