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LA02 JFN

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 98,265 miles on the clock, averaging 6,149 miles per year, 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 JFN

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,265
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,149

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading98,265 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22
Average per year6,149
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LA02 JFN 19k38k58k78k98k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,265 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,243 miles
Since last MOT+4,539 miles
PASS
Mileage93,704 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,704 miles
Since last MOT+5,956 miles
PASS
Mileage87,748 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,645 miles
Since last MOT+9,788 miles
PASS
Mileage77,857 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,820 miles
Since last MOT+5,531 miles
PASS
Mileage72,289 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,289 miles
Since last MOT+5,550 miles
PASS
Mileage66,739 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,737 miles
Since last MOT+4,463 miles
PASS
Mileage62,274 miles
Since last MOT+6,207 miles
PASS
Mileage56,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,067 miles
Since last MOT+4,717 miles
PASS
Mileage51,350 miles
Since last MOT+7,579 miles
PASS
Mileage43,771 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,769 miles
Since last MOT+5,868 miles
PASS
Mileage37,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,838 miles
PASS
Mileage32,063 miles
Since last MOT+6,765 miles
PASS
Mileage25,298 miles
Since last MOT+6,798 miles
PASS
Mileage18,500 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,500 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 JFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About LA02 JFN

What car is LA02 JFN?

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

What is the mileage of LA02 JFN?

The last recorded mileage for LA02 JFN was 98,265 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA02 JFN passed its MOT?

LA02 JFN has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2019.

Is LA02 JFN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA02 JFN 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 JFN?

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