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LM52 XAF

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 156,906 miles on the clock, averaging 11,266 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 XAF

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,906
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
11,266

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 reading156,906 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,459
Average per year11,266
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 XAF 66k89k111k134k157k '06'14'10

Check LM52 XAF

Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,906 miles
Since last MOT+6,459 miles
PASS
Mileage150,447 miles
Since last MOT+5,180 miles
PASS
Mileage145,267 miles
Since last MOT+7,304 miles
PASS
Mileage137,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,963 miles
Since last MOT+14,497 miles
PASS
Mileage123,466 miles
Since last MOT+15,833 miles
PASS
Mileage107,633 miles
Since last MOT+10,022 miles
PASS
Mileage97,611 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage83,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,897 miles
Since last MOT+17,933 miles
PASS
Mileage65,964 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,964 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 XAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 XAF

What car is LM52 XAF?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 XAF?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 XAF was 156,906 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 XAF passed its MOT?

LM52 XAF has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2014.

Is LM52 XAF ULEZ compliant?

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

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