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LB52 AEA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 98,683 miles on the clock, averaging 4,321 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 LB52 AEA

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,683
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
4,321

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 reading98,683 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,704
Average per year4,321
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB52 AEA 16k36k57k78k99k '06'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage98,683 miles
Since last MOT+12,704 miles
PASS
Mileage85,979 miles
Since last MOT+254 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,725 miles
Since last MOT+8,115 miles
PASS
Mileage77,610 miles
Since last MOT+2,624 miles
PASS
Mileage74,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,986 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage69,401 miles
Since last MOT+550 miles
PASS
Mileage68,851 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,844 miles
Since last MOT+728 miles
PASS
Mileage68,116 miles
Since last MOT+392 miles
PASS
Mileage67,724 miles
Since last MOT+1,198 miles
PASS
Mileage66,526 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,523 miles
Since last MOT+4,597 miles
PASS
Mileage61,926 miles
Since last MOT+6,950 miles
PASS
Mileage54,976 miles
Since last MOT+4,487 miles
PASS
Mileage50,489 miles
Since last MOT+4,974 miles
PASS
Mileage45,515 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,512 miles
Since last MOT+1,537 miles
PASS
Mileage43,975 miles
Since last MOT+8,439 miles
PASS
Mileage35,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,536 miles
Since last MOT+6,345 miles
PASS
Mileage29,191 miles
Since last MOT+1,723 miles
PASS
Mileage27,468 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,467 miles
Since last MOT+1,329 miles
PASS
Mileage26,138 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,138 miles
Since last MOT+3,720 miles
PASS
Mileage22,418 miles
Since last MOT+6,845 miles
PASS
Mileage15,573 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

RegistrationLB52 AEA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LB52 AEA

What car is LB52 AEA?

LB52 AEA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB52 AEA?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 AEA was 98,683 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 AEA passed its MOT?

LB52 AEA has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 20 Feb 2026.

Is LB52 AEA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 AEA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LB52 AEA?

LB52 AEA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.