Vehicle summary
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 123,338 miles on the clock, averaging 7,925 miles per year, around 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 OTU
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 7,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LM52 OTU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LM52 OTU
What car is LM52 OTU?
LM52 OTU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM52 OTU?
The last recorded mileage for LM52 OTU was 123,338 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM52 OTU passed its MOT?
LM52 OTU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2018.
Is LM52 OTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM52 OTU 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 OTU?
LM52 OTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.