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LC52 PMO

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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 97,429 miles on the clock, averaging 5,128 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 PMO

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,429
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,128

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,429 miles
Reading date
Miles last year30
Average per year5,128
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC52 PMO 35k51k66k82k97k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,429 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,399 miles
Since last MOT+6,218 miles
PASS
Mileage91,181 miles
Since last MOT+4,204 miles
PASS
Mileage86,977 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,971 miles
Since last MOT+1,973 miles
PASS
Mileage84,998 miles
Since last MOT+4,484 miles
PASS
Mileage80,514 miles
PASS
Mileage80,930 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,917 miles
Since last MOT+1,782 miles
PASS
Mileage79,135 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,135 miles
Since last MOT+3,859 miles
PASS
Mileage75,276 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,276 miles
Since last MOT+2,897 miles
PASS
Mileage72,379 miles
Since last MOT+161 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,218 miles
Since last MOT+7,028 miles
PASS
Mileage65,190 miles
Since last MOT+65 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,125 miles
Since last MOT+8,537 miles
PASS
Mileage56,588 miles
Since last MOT+11,156 miles
PASS
Mileage45,432 miles
Since last MOT+10,434 miles
PASS
Mileage34,998 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 PMO
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 PMO

What car is LC52 PMO?

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

What is the mileage of LC52 PMO?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 PMO was 97,429 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 PMO passed its MOT?

LC52 PMO has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2018.

Is LC52 PMO ULEZ compliant?

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

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