Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 66,899 miles on the clock, averaging 3,510 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LE51 LHW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 66,899 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17 |
| Average per year | 3,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LE51 LHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LE — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About LE51 LHW
What car is LE51 LHW?
LE51 LHW is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2002.
What is the mileage of LE51 LHW?
The last recorded mileage for LE51 LHW was 66,899 miles, recorded on 31 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LE51 LHW passed its MOT?
LE51 LHW has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2016.
Is LE51 LHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE51 LHW 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 LE51 LHW?
LE51 LHW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.