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LM52 EFZ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 90,471 miles on the clock, averaging 4,355 miles per year, well 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 EFZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,471
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,355

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,471 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,432
Average per year4,355
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 EFZ 37k50k64k77k90k '06'18'13

Check LM52 EFZ

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,471 miles
Since last MOT+4,432 miles
PASS
Mileage86,039 miles
Since last MOT+3,986 miles
PASS
Mileage82,053 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,053 miles
Since last MOT+3,086 miles
PASS
Mileage78,967 miles
Since last MOT+3,575 miles
PASS
Mileage75,392 miles
Since last MOT+3,444 miles
PASS
Mileage71,948 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,940 miles
Since last MOT+1,221 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,719 miles
Since last MOT+16,703 miles
PASS
Mileage54,016 miles
Since last MOT+7,644 miles
PASS
Mileage46,372 miles
PASS
Mileage81,531 miles
Since last MOT+16,874 miles
PASS
Mileage64,657 miles
Since last MOT+17,839 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,818 miles
Since last MOT+9,962 miles
PASS
Mileage36,856 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 EFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 EFZ

What car is LM52 EFZ?

LM52 EFZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LM52 EFZ?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 EFZ was 90,471 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 EFZ passed its MOT?

LM52 EFZ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2018.

Is LM52 EFZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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