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LC52 PLN

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 13 (57% pass rate). It has 102,423 miles on the clock, averaging 4,507 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 PLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,423
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
4,507

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

Low mileage
Latest reading102,423 miles
Reading date
Miles last year784
Average per year4,507
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC52 PLN 21k42k62k82k102k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage102,423 miles
Since last MOT+784 miles
PASS
Mileage101,639 miles
Since last MOT+746 miles
PASS
Mileage100,893 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,886 miles
Since last MOT+695 miles
PASS
Mileage100,191 miles
Since last MOT+1,031 miles
PASS
Mileage99,160 miles
Since last MOT+1,508 miles
PASS
Mileage97,652 miles
Since last MOT+831 miles
PASS
Mileage96,821 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,760 miles
Since last MOT+1,742 miles
PASS
Mileage95,018 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,975 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,975 miles
Since last MOT+3,867 miles
PASS
Mileage91,108 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,095 miles
Since last MOT+7,466 miles
PASS
Mileage83,629 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,608 miles
Since last MOT+9,563 miles
PASS
Mileage74,045 miles
Since last MOT+191 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,854 miles
Since last MOT+6,967 miles
PASS
Mileage66,887 miles
Since last MOT+94 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,793 miles
Since last MOT+6,738 miles
PASS
Mileage60,055 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,049 miles
Since last MOT+6,514 miles
PASS
Mileage53,535 miles
Since last MOT+147 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,388 miles
Since last MOT+6,277 miles
PASS
Mileage47,111 miles
Since last MOT+7,010 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,101 miles
Since last MOT+6,961 miles
PASS
Mileage33,140 miles
Since last MOT+87 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,053 miles
Since last MOT+6,156 miles
PASS
Mileage26,897 miles
Since last MOT+5,610 miles
PASS
Mileage21,287 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 PLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 PLN

What car is LC52 PLN?

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

What is the mileage of LC52 PLN?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 PLN was 102,423 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 PLN passed its MOT?

LC52 PLN has had 30 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (17 passes, 13 failures). It last was tested on 21 Nov 2024.

Is LC52 PLN ULEZ compliant?

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

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