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LR52 GXY

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 72,918 miles on the clock, averaging 6,508 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 GXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,918
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
6,508

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading72,918 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year6,508
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR52 GXY 28k39k50k62k73k '05'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,918 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,915 miles
Since last MOT+5,977 miles
PASS
Mileage66,938 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,927 miles
Since last MOT+7,150 miles
PASS
Mileage59,777 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,776 miles
Since last MOT+8,197 miles
PASS
Mileage51,579 miles
Since last MOT+4,197 miles
PASS
Mileage47,382 miles
Since last MOT+9,138 miles
PASS
Mileage38,244 miles
Since last MOT+10,177 miles
PASS
Mileage28,067 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

RegistrationLR52 GXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LR52 GXY

What car is LR52 GXY?

LR52 GXY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LR52 GXY?

The last recorded mileage for LR52 GXY was 72,918 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR52 GXY passed its MOT?

LR52 GXY has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2012.

Is LR52 GXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR52 GXY 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 GXY?

LR52 GXY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.