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LS52 WJC

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 90,970 miles on the clock, averaging 4,647 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 LS52 WJC

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,970
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,647

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,970 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14
Average per year4,647
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 WJC 16k35k53k72k91k '05'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,970 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,956 miles
Since last MOT+2,735 miles
PASS
Mileage88,221 miles
Since last MOT+9,408 miles
PASS
Mileage78,813 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,813 miles
Since last MOT+4,964 miles
PASS
Mileage73,849 miles
Since last MOT+4,604 miles
PASS
Mileage69,245 miles
Since last MOT+4,838 miles
PASS
Mileage64,407 miles
Since last MOT+2,044 miles
PASS
Mileage62,363 miles
Since last MOT+1,924 miles
PASS
Mileage60,439 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,439 miles
Since last MOT+5,343 miles
PASS
Mileage55,096 miles
Since last MOT+4,016 miles
PASS
Mileage51,080 miles
Since last MOT+3,107 miles
PASS
Mileage47,973 miles
Since last MOT+3,357 miles
PASS
Mileage44,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,201 miles
PASS
Mileage39,415 miles
Since last MOT+3,416 miles
PASS
Mileage35,999 miles
Since last MOT+4,519 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,480 miles
Since last MOT+4,465 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,015 miles
Since last MOT+5,617 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,398 miles
Since last MOT+5,609 miles
PASS
Mileage15,789 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

RegistrationLS52 WJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LS52 WJC

What car is LS52 WJC?

LS52 WJC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LS52 WJC?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 WJC was 90,970 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 WJC passed its MOT?

LS52 WJC has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2022.

Is LS52 WJC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS52 WJC 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 LS52 WJC?

LS52 WJC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.