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LM52 XLK

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

White Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourWhite
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 105,327 miles on the clock, averaging 5,592 miles per year, below 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 XLK

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,327
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,592

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,327 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,592
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM52 XLK 17k39k61k83k105k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,327 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,326 miles
Since last MOT+11,503 miles
PASS
Mileage93,823 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,822 miles
Since last MOT+4,749 miles
PASS
Mileage89,073 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,072 miles
Since last MOT+4,857 miles
PASS
Mileage84,215 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,215 miles
Since last MOT+7,021 miles
PASS
Mileage77,194 miles
Since last MOT+5,336 miles
PASS
Mileage71,858 miles
Since last MOT+4,736 miles
PASS
Mileage67,122 miles
Since last MOT+5,112 miles
PASS
Mileage62,010 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,006 miles
Since last MOT+4,954 miles
PASS
Mileage57,052 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,984 miles
PASS
Mileage51,068 miles
Since last MOT+5,158 miles
PASS
Mileage45,910 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage41,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,810 miles
PASS
Mileage38,229 miles
Since last MOT+4,816 miles
PASS
Mileage33,413 miles
Since last MOT+113 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,300 miles
Since last MOT+5,376 miles
PASS
Mileage27,924 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,920 miles
Since last MOT+5,627 miles
PASS
Mileage22,293 miles
Since last MOT+5,118 miles
PASS
Mileage17,175 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 XLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 XLK

What car is LM52 XLK?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 XLK?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 XLK was 105,327 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 XLK passed its MOT?

LM52 XLK has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2021.

Is LM52 XLK ULEZ compliant?

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

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