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LB52 UYC

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 103,161 miles on the clock, averaging 6,774 miles per year, 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 UYC

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,161
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,774

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

Below average
Latest reading103,161 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,144
Average per year6,774
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB52 UYC 19k40k61k82k103k '05'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,161 miles
Since last MOT+2,144 miles
PASS
Mileage101,017 miles
Since last MOT+2,884 miles
PASS
Mileage98,133 miles
Since last MOT+16,179 miles
PASS
Mileage81,954 miles
Since last MOT+9,965 miles
PASS
Mileage71,989 miles
Since last MOT+22,761 miles
PASS
Mileage49,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,228 miles
Since last MOT+17,606 miles
PASS
Mileage31,622 miles
Since last MOT+1,614 miles
PASS
Mileage30,008 miles
Since last MOT+1,446 miles
PASS
Mileage28,562 miles
Since last MOT+1,660 miles
PASS
Mileage26,902 miles
Since last MOT+1,953 miles
PASS
Mileage24,949 miles
Since last MOT+2,780 miles
PASS
Mileage22,169 miles
Since last MOT+3,157 miles
PASS
Mileage19,012 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 UYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LB52 UYC

What car is LB52 UYC?

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

What is the mileage of LB52 UYC?

The last recorded mileage for LB52 UYC was 103,161 miles, recorded on 16 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB52 UYC passed its MOT?

LB52 UYC has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 May 2018.

Is LB52 UYC ULEZ compliant?

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

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