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LD52 OXU

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 102,249 miles on the clock, averaging 7,176 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 LD52 OXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,249
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,176

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,249 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,176
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD52 OXU 19k40k60k81k102k '05'17'12

Check LD52 OXU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,249 miles
Since last MOT+2,399 miles
PASS
Mileage99,850 miles
Since last MOT+2,290 miles
PASS
Mileage97,560 miles
Since last MOT+3,928 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,632 miles
Since last MOT+7,836 miles
PASS
Mileage85,796 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,796 miles
Since last MOT+10,367 miles
PASS
Mileage75,429 miles
Since last MOT+10,781 miles
PASS
Mileage64,648 miles
Since last MOT+11,867 miles
PASS
Mileage52,781 miles
Since last MOT+12,348 miles
PASS
Mileage40,433 miles
Since last MOT+10,714 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,719 miles
Since last MOT+8,521 miles
PASS
Mileage21,198 miles
Since last MOT+983 miles
PASS
Mileage20,215 miles
Since last MOT+1,481 miles
PASS
Mileage18,734 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

RegistrationLD52 OXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LD52 OXU

What car is LD52 OXU?

LD52 OXU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.

What is the mileage of LD52 OXU?

The last recorded mileage for LD52 OXU was 102,249 miles, recorded on 22 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD52 OXU passed its MOT?

LD52 OXU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2017.

Is LD52 OXU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD52 OXU 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 LD52 OXU?

LD52 OXU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.