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LM52 FCN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 92,973 miles on the clock, averaging 5,479 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 FCN

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,973
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,479

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 reading92,973 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-46,543
Average per year5,479
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 FCN 32k47k62k78k93k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage92,973 miles
PASS
Mileage139,516 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,516 miles
Since last MOT+55,559 miles
PASS
Mileage83,957 miles
Since last MOT+2,677 miles
PASS
Mileage81,280 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,280 miles
Since last MOT+1,935 miles
PASS
Mileage79,345 miles
Since last MOT+4,764 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,581 miles
Since last MOT+7,135 miles
PASS
Mileage67,446 miles
Since last MOT+7,646 miles
PASS
Mileage59,800 miles
Since last MOT+7,358 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,442 miles
Since last MOT+5,494 miles
PASS
Mileage46,948 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,944 miles
Since last MOT+6,791 miles
PASS
Mileage40,153 miles
Since last MOT+8,439 miles
PASS
Mileage31,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,714 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 FCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 FCN

What car is LM52 FCN?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 FCN?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 FCN was 92,973 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 FCN passed its MOT?

LM52 FCN has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 25 Mar 2017.

Is LM52 FCN ULEZ compliant?

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

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