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LS52 WJE

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 50,470 miles on the clock, averaging 3,463 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 WJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,470
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,463

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

Low mileage
Latest reading50,470 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,463
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 WJE 17k25k34k42k50k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,470 miles
Since last MOT+4,873 miles
PASS
Mileage45,597 miles
Since last MOT+8,833 miles
PASS
Mileage36,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,764 miles
Since last MOT+5,294 miles
PASS
Mileage31,470 miles
Since last MOT+2,173 miles
PASS
Mileage29,297 miles
PASS
Mileage30,129 miles
Since last MOT+5,341 miles
PASS
Mileage24,788 miles
Since last MOT+2,346 miles
PASS
Mileage22,442 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,428 miles
Since last MOT+2,491 miles
PASS
Mileage19,937 miles
Since last MOT+2,974 miles
PASS
Mileage16,963 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 WJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LS52 WJE

What car is LS52 WJE?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 WJE?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 WJE was 50,470 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 WJE passed its MOT?

LS52 WJE has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2015.

Is LS52 WJE ULEZ compliant?

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

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