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LM02 YMU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, 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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 62,925 miles on the clock, averaging 2,095 miles per year, well 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 LM02 YMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,925
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
2,095

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading62,925 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,095
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM02 YMU 24k34k44k53k63k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,925 miles
Since last MOT+1,304 miles
PASS
Mileage61,621 miles
Since last MOT+80 miles
PASS
Mileage61,541 miles
Since last MOT+316 miles
PASS
Mileage61,225 miles
Since last MOT+281 miles
PASS
Mileage60,944 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,912 miles
Since last MOT+154 miles
PASS
Mileage60,758 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,743 miles
Since last MOT+476 miles
PASS
Mileage60,267 miles
Since last MOT+633 miles
PASS
Mileage59,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,634 miles
Since last MOT+3,637 miles
PASS
Mileage55,997 miles
Since last MOT+1,376 miles
PASS
Mileage54,621 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,621 miles
Since last MOT+217 miles
PASS
Mileage54,404 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,404 miles
Since last MOT+182 miles
PASS
Mileage54,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,222 miles
Since last MOT+677 miles
PASS
Mileage53,545 miles
Since last MOT+11,042 miles
PASS
Mileage42,503 miles
Since last MOT+1,082 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,421 miles
Since last MOT+2,192 miles
PASS
Mileage39,229 miles
Since last MOT+4,078 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,151 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage24,449 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

RegistrationLM02 YMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About LM02 YMU

What car is LM02 YMU?

LM02 YMU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LM02 YMU?

The last recorded mileage for LM02 YMU was 62,925 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM02 YMU passed its MOT?

LM02 YMU has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2025.

Is LM02 YMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM02 YMU 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 LM02 YMU?

LM02 YMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.