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LS52 BVP

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 76,830 miles on the clock, averaging 7,756 miles per year, around 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 LS52 BVP

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,830
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,756

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading76,830 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,756
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LS52 BVP 32k43k54k66k77k '06'11'09

Check LS52 BVP

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,830 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,830 miles
Since last MOT+8,246 miles
PASS
Mileage68,584 miles
Since last MOT+4,749 miles
PASS
Mileage63,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,835 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,827 miles
Since last MOT+11,581 miles
PASS
Mileage52,246 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,236 miles
Since last MOT+12,176 miles
PASS
Mileage40,060 miles
Since last MOT+8,292 miles
PASS
Mileage31,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,768 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

RegistrationLS52 BVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LS52 BVP

What car is LS52 BVP?

LS52 BVP is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2002.

What is the mileage of LS52 BVP?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 BVP was 76,830 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 BVP passed its MOT?

LS52 BVP has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2011.

Is LS52 BVP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS52 BVP 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 LS52 BVP?

LS52 BVP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.