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LC52 TYY

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 77,954 miles on the clock, averaging 3,184 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 TYY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
77,954
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
3,184

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,954 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,647
Average per year3,184
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC52 TYY 13k30k46k62k78k '05'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,954 miles
Since last MOT+3,647 miles
PASS
Mileage74,307 miles
Since last MOT+558 miles
PASS
Mileage73,749 miles
Since last MOT+719 miles
PASS
Mileage73,030 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,030 miles
Since last MOT+3,107 miles
PASS
Mileage69,923 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,918 miles
Since last MOT+3,015 miles
PASS
Mileage66,903 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,893 miles
Since last MOT+1,252 miles
PASS
Mileage65,641 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,641 miles
Since last MOT+2,077 miles
PASS
Mileage63,564 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,564 miles
Since last MOT+9,371 miles
PASS
Mileage54,193 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,187 miles
Since last MOT+7,941 miles
PASS
Mileage46,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,377 miles
PASS
Mileage42,869 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage38,383 miles
Since last MOT+2,057 miles
PASS
Mileage36,326 miles
Since last MOT+2,165 miles
PASS
Mileage34,161 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,161 miles
Since last MOT+2,827 miles
PASS
Mileage31,334 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,334 miles
Since last MOT+2,907 miles
PASS
Mileage28,427 miles
Since last MOT+3,312 miles
PASS
Mileage25,115 miles
Since last MOT+3,934 miles
PASS
Mileage21,181 miles
Since last MOT+4,823 miles
PASS
Mileage16,358 miles
Since last MOT+2,955 miles
PASS
Mileage13,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage13,403 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 TYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 TYY

What car is LC52 TYY?

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

What is the mileage of LC52 TYY?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 TYY was 77,954 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 TYY passed its MOT?

LC52 TYY has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2026.

Is LC52 TYY ULEZ compliant?

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

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