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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 147,395 miles on the clock, averaging 17,173 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LJ52 YVK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,468 |
| Average per year | 17,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | LJ52 YVK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LJ52 YVK
What car is LJ52 YVK?
LJ52 YVK is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LJ52 YVK?
The last recorded mileage for LJ52 YVK was 147,395 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ52 YVK passed its MOT?
LJ52 YVK has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2013.
Is LJ52 YVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ52 YVK 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 YVK?
LJ52 YVK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.