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LM52 COU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 86,341 miles on the clock, averaging 4,499 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 COU

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,341
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,499

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 reading86,341 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,499
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 COU 19k36k53k69k86k '05'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,341 miles
Since last MOT+10,143 miles
PASS
Mileage76,198 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,187 miles
Since last MOT+8,642 miles
PASS
Mileage67,545 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,537 miles
Since last MOT+1,625 miles
PASS
Mileage65,912 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,912 miles
Since last MOT+3,153 miles
PASS
Mileage62,759 miles
Since last MOT+13,012 miles
PASS
Mileage49,747 miles
Since last MOT+2,259 miles
PASS
Mileage47,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,401 miles
PASS
Mileage45,087 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,085 miles
Since last MOT+5,680 miles
PASS
Mileage39,405 miles
Since last MOT+3,156 miles
PASS
Mileage36,249 miles
Since last MOT+2,917 miles
PASS
Mileage33,332 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,330 miles
Since last MOT+2,823 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,507 miles
Since last MOT+2,928 miles
PASS
Mileage27,579 miles
Since last MOT+1,837 miles
PASS
Mileage25,742 miles
Since last MOT+2,713 miles
PASS
Mileage23,029 miles
Since last MOT+4,212 miles
PASS
Mileage18,817 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 COU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 COU

What car is LM52 COU?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 COU?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 COU was 86,341 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 COU passed its MOT?

LM52 COU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2020.

Is LM52 COU ULEZ compliant?

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

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