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LM52 KAA

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 143,091 miles on the clock, averaging 9,460 miles per year, above 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 KAA

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,091
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,460

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading143,091 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,566
Average per year9,460
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM52 KAA 39k65k91k117k143k '05'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage143,091 miles
Since last MOT+5,566 miles
PASS
Mileage137,525 miles
Since last MOT+8,572 miles
PASS
Mileage128,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,953 miles
Since last MOT+5,640 miles
PASS
Mileage123,313 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,313 miles
Since last MOT+4,930 miles
PASS
Mileage118,383 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,383 miles
Since last MOT+5,021 miles
PASS
Mileage113,362 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,362 miles
Since last MOT+9,375 miles
PASS
Mileage103,987 miles
Since last MOT+11,826 miles
PASS
Mileage92,161 miles
Since last MOT+13,085 miles
PASS
Mileage79,076 miles
Since last MOT+13,218 miles
PASS
Mileage65,858 miles
Since last MOT+13,819 miles
PASS
Mileage52,039 miles
Since last MOT+12,658 miles
PASS
Mileage39,381 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 KAA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 KAA

What car is LM52 KAA?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 KAA?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 KAA was 143,091 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 KAA passed its MOT?

LM52 KAA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 29 Nov 2016.

Is LM52 KAA ULEZ compliant?

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

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