Vehicle summary
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 123,887 miles on the clock, averaging 5,612 miles per year, 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 FV52 LVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,612 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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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
| Registration | FV52 LVS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FV52 LVS
What car is FV52 LVS?
FV52 LVS is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FV52 LVS?
The last recorded mileage for FV52 LVS was 123,887 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV52 LVS passed its MOT?
FV52 LVS has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2025.
Is FV52 LVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 LVS 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 FV52 LVS?
FV52 LVS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.