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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 77,871 miles on the clock, averaging 5,594 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 GVM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,871 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,011 |
| Average per year | 5,594 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 GVM |
| 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 GVM
What car is LB52 GVM?
LB52 GVM is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB52 GVM?
The last recorded mileage for LB52 GVM was 77,871 miles, recorded on 14 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB52 GVM passed its MOT?
LB52 GVM has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2016.
Is LB52 GVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 GVM 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 GVM?
LB52 GVM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.