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LS52 YCV

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 131,921 miles on the clock, averaging 7,081 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 YCV

MOT Status
Due date passed
131,921
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,081

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading131,921 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,057
Average per year7,081
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 YCV 50k71k91k111k132k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,921 miles
Since last MOT+9,057 miles
PASS
Mileage122,864 miles
Since last MOT+281 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,583 miles
Since last MOT+9,836 miles
PASS
Mileage112,747 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,733 miles
Since last MOT+8,608 miles
PASS
Mileage104,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,125 miles
Since last MOT+4,318 miles
PASS
Mileage99,807 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,807 miles
Since last MOT+8,794 miles
PASS
Mileage91,013 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,012 miles
Since last MOT+1,367 miles
PASS
Mileage89,645 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,637 miles
Since last MOT+11,125 miles
PASS
Mileage78,512 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,512 miles
Since last MOT+7,191 miles
PASS
Mileage71,321 miles
Since last MOT+6,540 miles
PASS
Mileage64,781 miles
Since last MOT+8,032 miles
PASS
Mileage56,749 miles
Since last MOT+6,693 miles
PASS
Mileage50,056 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 YCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LS52 YCV

What car is LS52 YCV?

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

What is the mileage of LS52 YCV?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 YCV was 131,921 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 YCV passed its MOT?

LS52 YCV has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2018.

Is LS52 YCV ULEZ compliant?

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

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