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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 110,535 miles on the clock, averaging 5,440 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 LC51 VWN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,861 |
| Average per year | 5,440 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LC51 VWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LC51 VWN
What car is LC51 VWN?
LC51 VWN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LC51 VWN?
The last recorded mileage for LC51 VWN was 110,535 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC51 VWN passed its MOT?
LC51 VWN has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2019.
Is LC51 VWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC51 VWN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LC51 VWN?
LC51 VWN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.