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LM52 EGU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 38,925 miles on the clock, averaging 1,859 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 EGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
38,925
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
1,859

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading38,925 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,903
Average per year1,859
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 EGU 7k15k23k31k39k '06'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage38,925 miles
Since last MOT+3,903 miles
PASS
Mileage35,022 miles
Since last MOT+2,248 miles
PASS
Mileage32,774 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,758 miles
Since last MOT+2,510 miles
PASS
Mileage30,248 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,344 miles
PASS
Mileage26,902 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage26,901 miles
Since last MOT+1,541 miles
PASS
Mileage25,360 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
PASS
Mileage25,358 miles
Since last MOT+265 miles
PASS
Mileage25,093 miles
Since last MOT+829 miles
PASS
Mileage24,264 miles
Since last MOT+1,608 miles
PASS
Mileage22,656 miles
Since last MOT+2,587 miles
PASS
Mileage20,069 miles
Since last MOT+3,571 miles
PASS
Mileage16,498 miles
Since last MOT+3,113 miles
PASS
Mileage13,385 miles
Since last MOT+3,530 miles
PASS
Mileage9,855 miles
Since last MOT+2,658 miles
PASS
Mileage7,197 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 EGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 EGU

What car is LM52 EGU?

LM52 EGU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM52 EGU?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 EGU was 38,925 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 EGU passed its MOT?

LM52 EGU has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2023.

Is LM52 EGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 EGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 EGU?

LM52 EGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.