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LF52 YGV

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Purple Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourPurple
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 137,999 miles on the clock, averaging 6,487 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 YGV

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,999
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,487

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading137,999 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year6,487
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LF52 YGV 60k79k99k118k138k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,999 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,991 miles
Since last MOT+2,494 miles
PASS
Mileage135,497 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,497 miles
Since last MOT+6,223 miles
PASS
Mileage129,274 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,274 miles
Since last MOT+5,388 miles
PASS
Mileage123,886 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,882 miles
Since last MOT+5,612 miles
PASS
Mileage118,270 miles
Since last MOT+4,884 miles
PASS
Mileage113,386 miles
Since last MOT+5,942 miles
PASS
Mileage107,444 miles
Since last MOT+6,751 miles
PASS
Mileage100,693 miles
Since last MOT+6,280 miles
PASS
Mileage94,413 miles
Since last MOT+8,110 miles
PASS
Mileage86,303 miles
Since last MOT+7,133 miles
PASS
Mileage79,170 miles
Since last MOT+7,108 miles
PASS
Mileage72,062 miles
Since last MOT+12,261 miles
PASS
Mileage59,801 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 YGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLF — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LF52 YGV

What car is LF52 YGV?

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

What is the mileage of LF52 YGV?

The last recorded mileage for LF52 YGV was 137,999 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LF52 YGV passed its MOT?

LF52 YGV has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2018.

Is LF52 YGV ULEZ compliant?

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

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