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DE52 LHK

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 83,663 miles on the clock, averaging 4,870 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for DE52 LHK

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,663
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,870

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 reading83,663 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,870
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DE52 LHK 15k32k49k66k84k '05'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,663 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,663 miles
Since last MOT+79 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,584 miles
Since last MOT+4,966 miles
PASS
Mileage78,618 miles
Since last MOT+2,449 miles
PASS
Mileage76,169 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,165 miles
Since last MOT+2,409 miles
PASS
Mileage73,756 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,756 miles
PASS
Mileage77,249 miles
Since last MOT+6,015 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,234 miles
Since last MOT+1,707 miles
PASS
Mileage69,527 miles
Since last MOT+10,342 miles
PASS
Mileage59,185 miles
Since last MOT+6,109 miles
PASS
Mileage53,076 miles
Since last MOT+5,779 miles
PASS
Mileage47,297 miles
Since last MOT+7,727 miles
PASS
Mileage39,570 miles
Since last MOT+6,857 miles
PASS
Mileage32,713 miles
Since last MOT+6,547 miles
PASS
Mileage26,166 miles
Since last MOT+5,923 miles
PASS
Mileage20,243 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,190 miles
Since last MOT+5,497 miles
PASS
Mileage14,693 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 LHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeDE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About DE52 LHK

What car is DE52 LHK?

DE52 LHK is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.

What is the mileage of DE52 LHK?

The last recorded mileage for DE52 LHK was 83,663 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DE52 LHK passed its MOT?

DE52 LHK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2019.

Is DE52 LHK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE52 LHK 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 DE52 LHK?

DE52 LHK is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.