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LJ52 RCF

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 118,634 miles on the clock, averaging 5,973 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 LJ52 RCF

MOT Status
Due date passed
118,634
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,973

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading118,634 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,915
Average per year5,973
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ52 RCF 16k42k67k93k119k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage118,634 miles
Since last MOT+1,915 miles
PASS
Mileage116,719 miles
Since last MOT+1,936 miles
PASS
Mileage114,783 miles
Since last MOT+1,539 miles
PASS
Mileage113,244 miles
Since last MOT+3,202 miles
PASS
Mileage110,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,178 miles
PASS
Mileage106,864 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,864 miles
Since last MOT+3,647 miles
PASS
Mileage103,217 miles
Since last MOT+5,141 miles
PASS
Mileage98,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,076 miles
Since last MOT+4,719 miles
PASS
Mileage93,357 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,357 miles
Since last MOT+1,269 miles
PASS
Mileage92,088 miles
Since last MOT+8,471 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,617 miles
Since last MOT+12,443 miles
PASS
Mileage71,174 miles
Since last MOT+11,964 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,210 miles
Since last MOT+17,249 miles
PASS
Mileage41,961 miles
Since last MOT+18,007 miles
PASS
Mileage23,954 miles
Since last MOT+3,943 miles
PASS
Mileage20,011 miles
Since last MOT+4,042 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,969 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

RegistrationLJ52 RCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 RCF

What car is LJ52 RCF?

LJ52 RCF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 RCF?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 RCF was 118,634 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 RCF passed its MOT?

LJ52 RCF has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2023.

Is LJ52 RCF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 RCF 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 LJ52 RCF?

LJ52 RCF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.