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LR52 OCX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 96,403 miles on the clock, averaging 9,780 miles per year, above 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 LR52 OCX

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,403
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,780

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading96,403 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,194
Average per year9,780
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR52 OCX 38k53k67k82k96k '06'12'09

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage96,403 miles
Since last MOT+5,194 miles
PASS
Mileage91,209 miles
Since last MOT+7,276 miles
PASS
Mileage83,933 miles
Since last MOT+9,497 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,436 miles
Since last MOT+11,235 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,201 miles
Since last MOT+52,401 miles
PASS
Mileage10,800 miles
PASS
Mileage37,893 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

RegistrationLR52 OCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LR52 OCX

What car is LR52 OCX?

LR52 OCX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR52 OCX?

The last recorded mileage for LR52 OCX was 96,403 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR52 OCX passed its MOT?

LR52 OCX has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 4 Dec 2012.

Is LR52 OCX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR52 OCX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 OCX?

LR52 OCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.