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LS52 FCD

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 81,939 miles on the clock, averaging 5,606 miles per year, below 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 FCD

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,939
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,606

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,939 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11
Average per year5,606
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 FCD 18k34k50k66k82k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,939 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,928 miles
Since last MOT+1,984 miles
PASS
Mileage79,944 miles
Since last MOT+8,516 miles
PASS
Mileage71,428 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,325 miles
Since last MOT+5,914 miles
PASS
Mileage65,411 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,392 miles
Since last MOT+5,916 miles
PASS
Mileage59,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,476 miles
Since last MOT+5,737 miles
PASS
Mileage53,739 miles
Since last MOT+8,246 miles
PASS
Mileage45,493 miles
Since last MOT+9,913 miles
PASS
Mileage35,580 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,485 miles
Since last MOT+6,035 miles
PASS
Mileage29,450 miles
Since last MOT+4,244 miles
PASS
Mileage25,206 miles
Since last MOT+2,847 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,359 miles
Since last MOT+4,023 miles
PASS
Mileage18,336 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 FCD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LS52 FCD

What car is LS52 FCD?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 FCD?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 FCD was 81,939 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 FCD passed its MOT?

LS52 FCD has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2018.

Is LS52 FCD ULEZ compliant?

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

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