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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 78,943 miles on the clock, averaging 6,908 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 LB52 FXW
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 | 78,943 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 246 |
| Average per year | 6,908 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LB52 FXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LB52 FXW
What car is LB52 FXW?
LB52 FXW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB52 FXW?
The last recorded mileage for LB52 FXW was 78,943 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB52 FXW passed its MOT?
LB52 FXW has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2013.
Is LB52 FXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 FXW 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 FXW?
LB52 FXW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.