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LM52 EGX

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 43,356 miles on the clock, averaging 1,682 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 EGX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
43,356
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2005
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
1,682

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading43,356 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,682
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 EGX 10k18k27k35k43k '05'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage43,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,356 miles
Since last MOT+2,422 miles
PASS
Mileage40,934 miles
Since last MOT+1,052 miles
PASS
Mileage39,882 miles
Since last MOT+331 miles
PASS
Mileage39,551 miles
Since last MOT+1,011 miles
PASS
Mileage38,540 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,500 miles
Since last MOT+291 miles
PASS
Mileage38,209 miles
Since last MOT+186 miles
PASS
Mileage38,023 miles
Since last MOT+1,019 miles
PASS
Mileage37,004 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,990 miles
Since last MOT+1,293 miles
PASS
Mileage35,697 miles
Since last MOT+1,375 miles
PASS
Mileage34,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,322 miles
Since last MOT+1,276 miles
PASS
Mileage33,046 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,046 miles
Since last MOT+1,641 miles
PASS
Mileage31,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,405 miles
Since last MOT+1,748 miles
PASS
Mileage29,657 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,657 miles
Since last MOT+1,687 miles
PASS
Mileage27,970 miles
Since last MOT+1,399 miles
PASS
Mileage26,571 miles
Since last MOT+1,449 miles
PASS
Mileage25,122 miles
Since last MOT+2,394 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,728 miles
Since last MOT+2,534 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,194 miles
Since last MOT+2,504 miles
PASS
Mileage17,690 miles
Since last MOT+3,304 miles
PASS
Mileage14,386 miles
Since last MOT+4,631 miles
PASS
Mileage9,755 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 EGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 EGX

What car is LM52 EGX?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 EGX?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 EGX was 43,356 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 EGX passed its MOT?

LM52 EGX has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2025.

Is LM52 EGX ULEZ compliant?

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

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