2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · LJ52 ELO
2002 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 82,541 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,541 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LJ52 ELO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 82,541 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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LJ52 ELO Mileage History
- 21/07/2022108,869 mi
- 14/07/2023112,100 mi+3,231 mi
- 04/07/2024113,643 mi+1,543 mi
- 09/07/2025115,103 mi+1,460 mi
- 17/07/202682,541 mi-32,562 mi
Average of roughly -6,601 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
LJ52 ELO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Volkswagen Polo (LJ52 ELO) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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