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 1595cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 98,247 miles on the clock, averaging 7,512 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LA51 UPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 98,247 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,921 |
| Average per year | 7,512 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | LA51 UPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LA51 UPJ
What car is LA51 UPJ?
LA51 UPJ is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LA51 UPJ?
The last recorded mileage for LA51 UPJ was 98,247 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA51 UPJ passed its MOT?
LA51 UPJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2015.
Is LA51 UPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA51 UPJ 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 LA51 UPJ?
LA51 UPJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.