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LM52 OUB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 54,199 miles on the clock, averaging 2,613 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 OUB

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,199
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,613

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading54,199 miles
Reading date
Miles last year828
Average per year2,613
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 OUB 23k31k39k46k54k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage54,199 miles
Since last MOT+828 miles
PASS
Mileage53,371 miles
Since last MOT+526 miles
PASS
Mileage52,845 miles
Since last MOT+1,441 miles
PASS
Mileage51,404 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,401 miles
Since last MOT+1,041 miles
PASS
Mileage50,360 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,329 miles
Since last MOT+2,753 miles
PASS
Mileage47,576 miles
Since last MOT+3,851 miles
PASS
Mileage43,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,725 miles
Since last MOT+2,176 miles
PASS
Mileage41,549 miles
Since last MOT+1,184 miles
PASS
Mileage40,365 miles
Since last MOT+3,221 miles
PASS
Mileage37,144 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,144 miles
Since last MOT+3,990 miles
PASS
Mileage33,154 miles
Since last MOT+4,107 miles
PASS
Mileage29,047 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,047 miles
Since last MOT+6,098 miles
PASS
Mileage22,949 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 OUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 OUB

What car is LM52 OUB?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 OUB?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 OUB was 54,199 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 OUB passed its MOT?

LM52 OUB has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 8 Dec 2017.

Is LM52 OUB ULEZ compliant?

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

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