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LC52 UBF

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 64,513 miles on the clock, averaging 3,226 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 UBF

MOT Status
Due date passed
64,513
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,226

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 reading64,513 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,226
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LC52 UBF 26k35k45k55k65k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage64,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,513 miles
Since last MOT+1,944 miles
PASS
Mileage62,569 miles
Since last MOT+2,413 miles
PASS
Mileage60,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,156 miles
Since last MOT+2,351 miles
PASS
Mileage57,805 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,805 miles
Since last MOT+2,193 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,612 miles
Since last MOT+2,829 miles
PASS
Mileage52,783 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,783 miles
Since last MOT+3,323 miles
PASS
Mileage49,460 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,460 miles
Since last MOT+3,823 miles
PASS
Mileage45,637 miles
Since last MOT+3,201 miles
PASS
Mileage42,436 miles
Since last MOT+3,892 miles
PASS
Mileage38,544 miles
Since last MOT+4,965 miles
PASS
Mileage33,579 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,579 miles
Since last MOT+4,157 miles
PASS
Mileage29,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,422 miles
Since last MOT+3,671 miles
PASS
Mileage25,751 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,751 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 UBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LC52 UBF

What car is LC52 UBF?

LC52 UBF is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LC52 UBF?

The last recorded mileage for LC52 UBF was 64,513 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC52 UBF passed its MOT?

LC52 UBF has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2018.

Is LC52 UBF ULEZ compliant?

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

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