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LS52 FHM

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 69,923 miles on the clock, averaging 3,143 miles per year, well 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 FHM

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,923
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
3,143

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

Low mileage
Latest reading69,923 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,051
Average per year3,143
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LS52 FHM 44k51k57k64k70k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,923 miles
Since last MOT+3,051 miles
PASS
Mileage66,872 miles
Since last MOT+3,172 miles
PASS
Mileage63,700 miles
Since last MOT+2,951 miles
PASS
Mileage60,749 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,749 miles
Since last MOT+2,953 miles
PASS
Mileage57,796 miles
Since last MOT+2,882 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,914 miles
Since last MOT+3,682 miles
PASS
Mileage51,232 miles
Since last MOT+2,993 miles
PASS
Mileage48,239 miles
Since last MOT+3,853 miles
PASS
Mileage44,386 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 FHM
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 FHM

What car is LS52 FHM?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 FHM?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 FHM was 69,923 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 FHM passed its MOT?

LS52 FHM has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2015.

Is LS52 FHM ULEZ compliant?

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

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