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LJ52 YUF

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
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 1400cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 124,383 miles on the clock, averaging 8,472 miles per year, around 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 YUF

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,383
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2005
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,472

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,383 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,218
Average per year8,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ52 YUF 42k63k83k104k124k '05'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,383 miles
Since last MOT+7,218 miles
PASS
Mileage117,165 miles
Since last MOT+9,264 miles
PASS
Mileage107,901 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,901 miles
Since last MOT+4,081 miles
PASS
Mileage103,820 miles
Since last MOT+7,202 miles
PASS
Mileage96,618 miles
Since last MOT+198 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,420 miles
Since last MOT+11,842 miles
PASS
Mileage84,578 miles
Since last MOT+2,870 miles
PASS
Mileage81,708 miles
Since last MOT+5,921 miles
PASS
Mileage75,787 miles
Since last MOT+16,245 miles
PASS
Mileage59,542 miles
Since last MOT+11,418 miles
PASS
Mileage48,124 miles
Since last MOT+6,116 miles
PASS
Mileage42,008 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 YUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LJ52 YUF

What car is LJ52 YUF?

LJ52 YUF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LJ52 YUF?

The last recorded mileage for LJ52 YUF was 124,383 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ52 YUF passed its MOT?

LJ52 YUF has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2015.

Is LJ52 YUF ULEZ compliant?

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

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