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LS52 LHL

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 54,222 miles on the clock, averaging 2,775 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 LHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,222
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
2,775

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 reading54,222 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,939
Average per year2,775
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 LHL 14k24k34k44k54k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,222 miles
Since last MOT+4,939 miles
PASS
Mileage49,283 miles
Since last MOT+1,291 miles
PASS
Mileage47,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,369 miles
PASS
Mileage45,623 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,623 miles
Since last MOT+2,065 miles
PASS
Mileage43,558 miles
Since last MOT+57 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,501 miles
Since last MOT+2,394 miles
PASS
Mileage41,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,107 miles
Since last MOT+1,976 miles
PASS
Mileage39,131 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,131 miles
Since last MOT+1,631 miles
PASS
Mileage37,500 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,400 miles
Since last MOT+2,326 miles
PASS
Mileage35,074 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,073 miles
Since last MOT+2,719 miles
PASS
Mileage32,354 miles
Since last MOT+3,452 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,902 miles
Since last MOT+3,124 miles
PASS
Mileage25,778 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,776 miles
Since last MOT+3,344 miles
PASS
Mileage22,432 miles
Since last MOT+2,528 miles
PASS
Mileage19,904 miles
Since last MOT+3,411 miles
PASS
Mileage16,493 miles
Since last MOT+2,908 miles
PASS
Mileage13,585 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 LHL
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 LHL

What car is LS52 LHL?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 LHL?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 LHL was 54,222 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 LHL passed its MOT?

LS52 LHL has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2021.

Is LS52 LHL ULEZ compliant?

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

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