Vehicle summary
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 100,169 miles on the clock, averaging 6,322 miles per year, 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 EFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,169 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 56 |
| Average per year | 6,322 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LM52 EFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LM52 EFW
What car is LM52 EFW?
LM52 EFW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.
What is the mileage of LM52 EFW?
The last recorded mileage for LM52 EFW was 100,169 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM52 EFW passed its MOT?
LM52 EFW has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2019.
Is LM52 EFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 EFW 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 EFW?
LM52 EFW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.