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LC52 LXB

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 124,785 miles on the clock, averaging 5,578 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 LC52 LXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,785
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,578

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
7

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading124,785 miles
Reading date
Miles last year41
Average per year5,578
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC52 LXB 22k48k73k99k125k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,785 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,744 miles
Since last MOT+4,003 miles
PASS
Mileage120,741 miles
Since last MOT+2,675 miles
PASS
Mileage118,066 miles
Since last MOT+3,259 miles
PASS
Mileage114,807 miles
Since last MOT+1,282 miles
PASS
Mileage113,525 miles
Since last MOT+14,907 miles
PASS
Mileage98,618 miles
Since last MOT+8,540 miles
PASS
Mileage90,078 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,077 miles
Since last MOT+6,400 miles
PASS
Mileage83,677 miles
Since last MOT+7,978 miles
PASS
Mileage75,699 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,691 miles
Since last MOT+7,922 miles
PASS
Mileage67,769 miles
Since last MOT+7,861 miles
PASS
Mileage59,908 miles
Since last MOT+17,333 miles
PASS
Mileage42,575 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,453 miles
Since last MOT+6,900 miles
PASS
Mileage35,553 miles
Since last MOT+2,749 miles
PASS
Mileage32,804 miles
Since last MOT+2,684 miles
PASS
Mileage30,120 miles
Since last MOT+3,545 miles
PASS
Mileage26,575 miles
Since last MOT+4,716 miles
PASS
Mileage21,859 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 LXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 LXB

What car is LC52 LXB?

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

What is the mileage of LC52 LXB?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 LXB was 124,785 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 LXB passed its MOT?

LC52 LXB has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2025.

Is LC52 LXB ULEZ compliant?

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

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