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LS52 FWA

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 68,140 miles on the clock, averaging 3,718 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 FWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
68,140
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
3,718

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading68,140 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year3,718
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 FWA 20k32k44k56k68k '05'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage68,140 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,128 miles
Since last MOT+185 miles
PASS
Mileage67,943 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,931 miles
Since last MOT+864 miles
PASS
Mileage67,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,067 miles
Since last MOT+218 miles
PASS
Mileage66,849 miles
Since last MOT+788 miles
PASS
Mileage66,061 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,058 miles
Since last MOT+1,405 miles
PASS
Mileage64,653 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,650 miles
Since last MOT+2,018 miles
PASS
Mileage62,632 miles
Since last MOT+3,786 miles
PASS
Mileage58,846 miles
Since last MOT+2,518 miles
PASS
Mileage56,328 miles
Since last MOT+4,075 miles
PASS
Mileage52,253 miles
Since last MOT+7,755 miles
PASS
Mileage44,498 miles
Since last MOT+8,159 miles
PASS
Mileage36,339 miles
Since last MOT+6,489 miles
PASS
Mileage29,850 miles
Since last MOT+10,198 miles
PASS
Mileage19,652 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 FWA
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 FWA

What car is LS52 FWA?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 FWA?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 FWA was 68,140 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 FWA passed its MOT?

LS52 FWA has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2018.

Is LS52 FWA ULEZ compliant?

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

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