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LN52 USB

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 69,533 miles on the clock, averaging 3,074 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 LN52 USB

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,533
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,074

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 reading69,533 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,301
Average per year3,074
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LN52 USB 30k40k50k60k70k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,533 miles
Since last MOT+1,301 miles
PASS
Mileage68,232 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,232 miles
Since last MOT+1,305 miles
PASS
Mileage66,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,927 miles
Since last MOT+719 miles
PASS
Mileage66,208 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,208 miles
Since last MOT+1,232 miles
PASS
Mileage64,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,976 miles
Since last MOT+841 miles
PASS
Mileage64,135 miles
Since last MOT+775 miles
PASS
Mileage63,360 miles
Since last MOT+2,801 miles
PASS
Mileage60,559 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,537 miles
Since last MOT+2,657 miles
PASS
Mileage57,880 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,871 miles
Since last MOT+2,466 miles
PASS
Mileage55,405 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,379 miles
Since last MOT+2,288 miles
PASS
Mileage53,091 miles
Since last MOT+5,619 miles
PASS
Mileage47,472 miles
Since last MOT+8,730 miles
PASS
Mileage38,742 miles
Since last MOT+8,484 miles
PASS
Mileage30,258 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

RegistrationLN52 USB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLN — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LN52 USB

What car is LN52 USB?

LN52 USB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LN52 USB?

The last recorded mileage for LN52 USB was 69,533 miles, recorded on 16 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LN52 USB passed its MOT?

LN52 USB has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2019.

Is LN52 USB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN52 USB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LN52 USB?

LN52 USB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.