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LM52 CYC

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 163,668 miles on the clock, averaging 9,173 miles per year, above 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 CYC

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,668
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
9,173

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading163,668 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,173
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 CYC 17k54k90k127k164k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,668 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,666 miles
Since last MOT+10,094 miles
PASS
Mileage153,572 miles
Since last MOT+4,784 miles
PASS
Mileage148,788 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,788 miles
Since last MOT+23,990 miles
PASS
Mileage124,798 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,796 miles
Since last MOT+20,742 miles
PASS
Mileage104,054 miles
Since last MOT+3,616 miles
PASS
Mileage100,438 miles
Since last MOT+3,833 miles
PASS
Mileage96,605 miles
Since last MOT+8,269 miles
PASS
Mileage88,336 miles
Since last MOT+12,592 miles
PASS
Mileage75,744 miles
Since last MOT+10,068 miles
PASS
Mileage65,676 miles
PASS
Mileage555,901 miles
Since last MOT+510,312 miles
PASS
Mileage45,589 miles
Since last MOT+8,901 miles
PASS
Mileage36,688 miles
Since last MOT+5,198 miles
PASS
Mileage31,490 miles
Since last MOT+4,719 miles
PASS
Mileage26,771 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,767 miles
Since last MOT+4,930 miles
PASS
Mileage21,837 miles
Since last MOT+4,986 miles
PASS
Mileage16,851 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 CYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 CYC

What car is LM52 CYC?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 CYC?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 CYC was 163,668 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 CYC passed its MOT?

LM52 CYC has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2022.

Is LM52 CYC ULEZ compliant?

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

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