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LN52 XLM

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1200cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1200cc
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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1200cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 63,384 miles on the clock, averaging 2,846 miles per year, well 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 LN52 XLM

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,384
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
84%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,846

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 reading63,384 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,442
Average per year2,846
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LN52 XLM 7k21k35k49k63k '05'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,384 miles
Since last MOT+5,442 miles
PASS
Mileage57,942 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,941 miles
Since last MOT+3,986 miles
PASS
Mileage53,955 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,955 miles
Since last MOT+3,677 miles
PASS
Mileage50,278 miles
Since last MOT+3,555 miles
PASS
Mileage46,723 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,723 miles
Since last MOT+3,600 miles
PASS
Mileage43,123 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,114 miles
Since last MOT+2,509 miles
PASS
Mileage40,605 miles
Since last MOT+3,957 miles
PASS
Mileage36,648 miles
Since last MOT+2,532 miles
PASS
Mileage34,116 miles
Since last MOT+2,824 miles
PASS
Mileage31,292 miles
Since last MOT+4,072 miles
PASS
Mileage27,220 miles
Since last MOT+3,235 miles
PASS
Mileage23,985 miles
Since last MOT+3,351 miles
PASS
Mileage20,634 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage17,668 miles
Since last MOT+2,249 miles
PASS
Mileage15,419 miles
Since last MOT+1,112 miles
PASS
Mileage14,307 miles
Since last MOT+1,190 miles
PASS
Mileage13,117 miles
Since last MOT+1,394 miles
PASS
Mileage11,723 miles
Since last MOT+1,810 miles
PASS
Mileage9,913 miles
Since last MOT+1,747 miles
PASS
Mileage8,166 miles
Since last MOT+1,623 miles
PASS
Mileage6,543 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

RegistrationLN52 XLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1200cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLN — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LN52 XLM

What car is LN52 XLM?

LN52 XLM is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LN52 XLM?

The last recorded mileage for LN52 XLM was 63,384 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LN52 XLM passed its MOT?

LN52 XLM has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.

Is LN52 XLM ULEZ compliant?

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

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