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LM52 XLT

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 50,844 miles on the clock, averaging 4,189 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 XLT

MOT Status
Due date passed
50,844
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2007
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
4,189

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading50,844 miles
Reading date
Miles last year100
Average per year4,189
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM52 XLT 11k21k31k41k51k '07'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage50,844 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,744 miles
Since last MOT+12,146 miles
PASS
Mileage38,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,598 miles
Since last MOT+6,218 miles
PASS
Mileage32,380 miles
Since last MOT+2,907 miles
PASS
Mileage29,473 miles
Since last MOT+2,083 miles
PASS
Mileage27,390 miles
Since last MOT+1,557 miles
PASS
Mileage25,833 miles
Since last MOT+2,605 miles
PASS
Mileage23,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,228 miles
Since last MOT+4,250 miles
PASS
Mileage18,978 miles
Since last MOT+3,855 miles
PASS
Mileage15,123 miles
Since last MOT+4,480 miles
FAIL
Mileage10,643 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 XLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LM52 XLT

What car is LM52 XLT?

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

What is the mileage of LM52 XLT?

The last recorded mileage for LM52 XLT was 50,844 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM52 XLT passed its MOT?

LM52 XLT has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2016.

Is LM52 XLT ULEZ compliant?

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

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