Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 78,057 miles on the clock, averaging 6,516 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 LR52 GRU
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,057 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,516 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LR52 GRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LR52 GRU
What car is LR52 GRU?
LR52 GRU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.
What is the mileage of LR52 GRU?
The last recorded mileage for LR52 GRU was 78,057 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR52 GRU passed its MOT?
LR52 GRU has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2014.
Is LR52 GRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR52 GRU 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 LR52 GRU?
LR52 GRU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.