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LM52 WKW

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 116,777 miles on the clock, averaging 9,772 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LM52 WKW

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,777
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,772

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading116,777 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,772
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 WKW 26k48k71k94k117k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,777 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,777 miles
Since last MOT+7,223 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,554 miles
Since last MOT+7,483 miles
PASS
Mileage102,071 miles
Since last MOT+3,658 miles
PASS
Mileage98,413 miles
Since last MOT+12,008 miles
PASS
Mileage86,405 miles
Since last MOT+23,223 miles
PASS
Mileage63,182 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,142 miles
Since last MOT+11,046 miles
PASS
Mileage52,096 miles
Since last MOT+13,958 miles
PASS
Mileage38,138 miles
Since last MOT+12,571 miles
PASS
Mileage25,567 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 WKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 WKW

What car is LM52 WKW?

LM52 WKW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM52 WKW?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 WKW was 116,777 miles, recorded on 21 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 WKW passed its MOT?

LM52 WKW has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2015.

Is LM52 WKW ULEZ compliant?

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

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