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LF52 YGJ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 113,039 miles on the clock, averaging 6,674 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 LF52 YGJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,039
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,674

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading113,039 miles
Reading date
Miles last year59
Average per year6,674
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LF52 YGJ 26k48k70k91k113k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,039 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,980 miles
Since last MOT+1,865 miles
PASS
Mileage111,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,115 miles
Since last MOT+2,036 miles
PASS
Mileage109,079 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,079 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
PASS
Mileage109,046 miles
Since last MOT+3,503 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,543 miles
Since last MOT+5,674 miles
PASS
Mileage99,869 miles
Since last MOT+9,945 miles
PASS
Mileage89,924 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,921 miles
Since last MOT+12,023 miles
PASS
Mileage77,898 miles
Since last MOT+9,923 miles
PASS
Mileage67,975 miles
Since last MOT+10,326 miles
PASS
Mileage57,649 miles
Since last MOT+10,555 miles
PASS
Mileage47,094 miles
Since last MOT+9,462 miles
PASS
Mileage37,632 miles
Since last MOT+11,081 miles
PASS
Mileage26,551 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,441 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

RegistrationLF52 YGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LF52 YGJ

What car is LF52 YGJ?

LF52 YGJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LF52 YGJ?

The last recorded mileage for LF52 YGJ was 113,039 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF52 YGJ passed its MOT?

LF52 YGJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2018.

Is LF52 YGJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF52 YGJ 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 LF52 YGJ?

LF52 YGJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.