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LM52 EFH

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 107,817 miles on the clock, averaging 5,682 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LM52 EFH

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,817
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,682

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

Below average
Latest reading107,817 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,605
Average per year5,682
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 EFH 20k42k64k86k108k '06'21'13

Check LM52 EFH

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,817 miles
Since last MOT+1,605 miles
PASS
Mileage106,212 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,212 miles
Since last MOT+10,144 miles
PASS
Mileage96,068 miles
Since last MOT+10,045 miles
PASS
Mileage86,023 miles
Since last MOT+6,103 miles
PASS
Mileage79,920 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,920 miles
Since last MOT+8,053 miles
PASS
Mileage71,867 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,867 miles
Since last MOT+7,129 miles
PASS
Mileage64,738 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,745 miles
Since last MOT+7,095 miles
PASS
Mileage57,650 miles
Since last MOT+3,282 miles
PASS
Mileage54,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,368 miles
Since last MOT+6,854 miles
PASS
Mileage47,514 miles
Since last MOT+7,445 miles
PASS
Mileage40,069 miles
Since last MOT+3,864 miles
PASS
Mileage36,205 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,201 miles
Since last MOT+6,259 miles
PASS
Mileage29,942 miles
Since last MOT+4,952 miles
PASS
Mileage24,990 miles
Since last MOT+4,887 miles
PASS
Mileage20,103 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 EFH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 EFH

What car is LM52 EFH?

LM52 EFH is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LM52 EFH?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 EFH was 107,817 miles, recorded on 12 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 EFH passed its MOT?

LM52 EFH has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jun 2021.

Is LM52 EFH ULEZ compliant?

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

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