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LB52 UWJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 61,388 miles on the clock, averaging 5,661 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 UWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,388
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,661

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading61,388 miles
Reading date
Miles last year102
Average per year5,661
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB52 UWJ 34k41k48k55k61k '06'11'09

Check LB52 UWJ

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,388 miles
Since last MOT+102 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,286 miles
Since last MOT+3,970 miles
PASS
Mileage57,316 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,316 miles
Since last MOT+5,595 miles
PASS
Mileage51,721 miles
Since last MOT+6,419 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,302 miles
Since last MOT+7,128 miles
PASS
Mileage38,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,758 miles
PASS
Mileage34,416 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

RegistrationLB52 UWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LB52 UWJ

What car is LB52 UWJ?

LB52 UWJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB52 UWJ?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 UWJ was 61,388 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 UWJ passed its MOT?

LB52 UWJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2011.

Is LB52 UWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 UWJ 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 UWJ?

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