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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 51,676 miles on the clock, averaging 3,176 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LF51 LYV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,851 |
| Average per year | 3,176 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | LF51 LYV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LF — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LF51 LYV
What car is LF51 LYV?
LF51 LYV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LF51 LYV?
The last recorded mileage for LF51 LYV was 51,676 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF51 LYV passed its MOT?
LF51 LYV has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2017.
Is LF51 LYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF51 LYV 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 LF51 LYV?
LF51 LYV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.