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LM52 DWF

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 59,888 miles on the clock, averaging 3,689 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 DWF

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,888
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
3,689

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

Low mileage
Latest reading59,888 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,689
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 DWF 23k33k42k51k60k '06'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,888 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,888 miles
Since last MOT+1,178 miles
PASS
Mileage58,710 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,710 miles
Since last MOT+3,453 miles
PASS
Mileage55,257 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,256 miles
Since last MOT+3,869 miles
PASS
Mileage51,387 miles
Since last MOT+4,398 miles
PASS
Mileage46,989 miles
Since last MOT+2,947 miles
PASS
Mileage44,042 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,042 miles
Since last MOT+4,510 miles
PASS
Mileage39,532 miles
Since last MOT+5,218 miles
PASS
Mileage34,314 miles
Since last MOT+5,090 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,224 miles
Since last MOT+5,813 miles
PASS
Mileage23,411 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 DWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 DWF

What car is LM52 DWF?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 DWF?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 DWF was 59,888 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 DWF passed its MOT?

LM52 DWF has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2016.

Is LM52 DWF ULEZ compliant?

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

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