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LD52 GVA

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 88,625 miles on the clock, averaging 3,597 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 LD52 GVA

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,625
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,597

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading88,625 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,977
Average per year3,597
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD52 GVA 28k43k58k74k89k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,625 miles
Since last MOT+2,977 miles
PASS
Mileage85,648 miles
Since last MOT+2,325 miles
PASS
Mileage83,323 miles
Since last MOT+2,171 miles
PASS
Mileage81,152 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,149 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage78,183 miles
Since last MOT+3,152 miles
PASS
Mileage75,031 miles
Since last MOT+4,406 miles
PASS
Mileage70,625 miles
Since last MOT+4,682 miles
PASS
Mileage65,943 miles
Since last MOT+4,551 miles
PASS
Mileage61,392 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,389 miles
Since last MOT+2,052 miles
PASS
Mileage59,337 miles
Since last MOT+2,590 miles
PASS
Mileage56,747 miles
Since last MOT+1,902 miles
PASS
Mileage54,845 miles
Since last MOT+1,731 miles
PASS
Mileage53,114 miles
Since last MOT+1,086 miles
PASS
Mileage52,028 miles
Since last MOT+6,160 miles
PASS
Mileage45,868 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,802 miles
Since last MOT+6,273 miles
PASS
Mileage39,529 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,528 miles
Since last MOT+6,607 miles
PASS
Mileage32,921 miles
Since last MOT+4,655 miles
PASS
Mileage28,266 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

RegistrationLD52 GVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LD52 GVA

What car is LD52 GVA?

LD52 GVA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LD52 GVA?

The last recorded mileage for LD52 GVA was 88,625 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD52 GVA passed its MOT?

LD52 GVA has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2023.

Is LD52 GVA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD52 GVA 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 LD52 GVA?

LD52 GVA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.