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LS52 YJU

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 64,065 miles on the clock, averaging 4,046 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 YJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,065
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,046

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading64,065 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,046
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 YJU 7k21k36k50k64k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,065 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,065 miles
Since last MOT+5,101 miles
PASS
Mileage58,964 miles
Since last MOT+3,259 miles
PASS
Mileage55,705 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,705 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage52,576 miles
Since last MOT+4,526 miles
PASS
Mileage48,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,050 miles
Since last MOT+4,017 miles
PASS
Mileage44,033 miles
Since last MOT+5,458 miles
PASS
Mileage38,575 miles
Since last MOT+5,184 miles
PASS
Mileage33,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,391 miles
Since last MOT+2,100 miles
PASS
Mileage31,291 miles
Since last MOT+1,969 miles
PASS
Mileage29,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,322 miles
Since last MOT+8,542 miles
PASS
Mileage20,780 miles
Since last MOT+5,482 miles
PASS
Mileage15,298 miles
Since last MOT+1,412 miles
PASS
Mileage13,886 miles
Since last MOT+3,393 miles
PASS
Mileage10,493 miles
Since last MOT+3,187 miles
PASS
Mileage7,306 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 YJU
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 YJU

What car is LS52 YJU?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 YJU?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 YJU was 64,065 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 YJU passed its MOT?

LS52 YJU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2020.

Is LS52 YJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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