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LC52 EAX

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 89,588 miles on the clock, averaging 3,985 miles per year, well 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 LC52 EAX

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,588
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
3,985

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

Low mileage
Latest reading89,588 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,662
Average per year3,985
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC52 EAX 23k39k56k73k90k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage89,588 miles
Since last MOT+5,662 miles
PASS
Mileage83,926 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,926 miles
Since last MOT+4,266 miles
PASS
Mileage79,660 miles
Since last MOT+3,152 miles
PASS
Mileage76,508 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,508 miles
Since last MOT+3,156 miles
PASS
Mileage73,352 miles
Since last MOT+3,272 miles
PASS
Mileage70,080 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,079 miles
Since last MOT+1,829 miles
PASS
Mileage68,250 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,250 miles
Since last MOT+1,428 miles
PASS
Mileage66,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,822 miles
Since last MOT+733 miles
PASS
Mileage66,089 miles
Since last MOT+875 miles
PASS
Mileage65,214 miles
Since last MOT+5,996 miles
PASS
Mileage59,218 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,218 miles
Since last MOT+7,276 miles
PASS
Mileage51,942 miles
Since last MOT+4,595 miles
PASS
Mileage47,347 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,331 miles
Since last MOT+9,427 miles
PASS
Mileage37,904 miles
Since last MOT+7,472 miles
PASS
Mileage30,432 miles
Since last MOT+3,207 miles
PASS
Mileage27,225 miles
Since last MOT+2,430 miles
PASS
Mileage24,795 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,795 miles
Since last MOT+2,213 miles
PASS
Mileage22,582 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

RegistrationLC52 EAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 EAX

What car is LC52 EAX?

LC52 EAX is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LC52 EAX?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 EAX was 89,588 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 EAX passed its MOT?

LC52 EAX has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 7 Aug 2023.

Is LC52 EAX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC52 EAX 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 LC52 EAX?

LC52 EAX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.