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LM52 BTU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlue
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 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 69,750 miles on the clock, averaging 4,775 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 LM52 BTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,750
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
4,775

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

Low mileage
Latest reading69,750 miles
Reading date
Miles last year110
Average per year4,775
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 BTU 36k45k53k61k70k '06'13'09

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,750 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,640 miles
Since last MOT+12,547 miles
PASS
Mileage57,093 miles
Since last MOT+255 miles
PASS
Mileage56,838 miles
Since last MOT+114 miles
PASS
Mileage56,724 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,723 miles
Since last MOT+3,250 miles
PASS
Mileage53,473 miles
Since last MOT+7,517 miles
PASS
Mileage45,956 miles
Since last MOT+9,662 miles
PASS
Mileage36,294 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 BTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 BTU

What car is LM52 BTU?

LM52 BTU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LM52 BTU?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 BTU was 69,750 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 BTU passed its MOT?

LM52 BTU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2013.

Is LM52 BTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 BTU 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 LM52 BTU?

LM52 BTU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.