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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 120,048 miles on the clock, averaging 9,467 miles per year, above 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 UWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,048 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 283 |
| Average per year | 9,467 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 UWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UWU
What car is LB52 UWU?
LB52 UWU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LB52 UWU?
The last recorded mileage for LB52 UWU was 120,048 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB52 UWU passed its MOT?
LB52 UWU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2017.
Is LB52 UWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB52 UWU 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 UWU?
LB52 UWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.