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LM52 MZP

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 57,253 miles on the clock, averaging 2,379 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 MZP

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
57,253
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
2,379

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

Low mileage
Latest reading57,253 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,505
Average per year2,379
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 MZP 10k22k34k46k57k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,253 miles
Since last MOT+8,505 miles
PASS
Mileage48,748 miles
Since last MOT+5,940 miles
PASS
Mileage42,808 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,808 miles
Since last MOT+3,616 miles
PASS
Mileage39,192 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,190 miles
Since last MOT+6,698 miles
PASS
Mileage32,492 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,492 miles
Since last MOT+3,817 miles
PASS
Mileage28,675 miles
Since last MOT+1,373 miles
PASS
Mileage27,302 miles
Since last MOT+241 miles
PASS
Mileage27,061 miles
Since last MOT+911 miles
PASS
Mileage26,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,150 miles
Since last MOT+874 miles
PASS
Mileage25,276 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,273 miles
Since last MOT+755 miles
PASS
Mileage24,518 miles
Since last MOT+961 miles
PASS
Mileage23,557 miles
Since last MOT+1,232 miles
PASS
Mileage22,325 miles
Since last MOT+696 miles
PASS
Mileage21,629 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,628 miles
Since last MOT+772 miles
PASS
Mileage20,856 miles
Since last MOT+1,944 miles
PASS
Mileage18,912 miles
Since last MOT+2,124 miles
PASS
Mileage16,788 miles
Since last MOT+743 miles
PASS
Mileage16,045 miles
Since last MOT+4,005 miles
PASS
Mileage12,040 miles
Since last MOT+1,790 miles
PASS
Mileage10,250 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 MZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 MZP

What car is LM52 MZP?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 MZP?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 MZP was 57,253 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 MZP passed its MOT?

LM52 MZP has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2026.

Is LM52 MZP ULEZ compliant?

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

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