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LN52 XFS

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 61,855 miles on the clock, averaging 2,694 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 XFS

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,855
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,694

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,855 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,694
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LN52 XFS 21k31k42k52k62k '05'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,855 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,855 miles
Since last MOT+712 miles
PASS
Mileage61,143 miles
Since last MOT+1,050 miles
PASS
Mileage60,093 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,066 miles
Since last MOT+2,999 miles
PASS
Mileage57,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,067 miles
Since last MOT+2,961 miles
PASS
Mileage54,106 miles
Since last MOT+3,198 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,908 miles
Since last MOT+3,592 miles
PASS
Mileage47,316 miles
Since last MOT+3,059 miles
PASS
Mileage44,257 miles
Since last MOT+4,510 miles
PASS
Mileage39,747 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,747 miles
Since last MOT+3,706 miles
PASS
Mileage36,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,041 miles
Since last MOT+6,170 miles
PASS
Mileage29,871 miles
Since last MOT+3,743 miles
PASS
Mileage26,128 miles
Since last MOT+4,961 miles
PASS
Mileage21,167 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 XFS
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 XFS

What car is LN52 XFS?

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

What is the mileage of LN52 XFS?

The last recorded mileage for LN52 XFS was 61,855 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LN52 XFS passed its MOT?

LN52 XFS has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2020.

Is LN52 XFS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN52 XFS 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 XFS?

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