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LS52 YLT

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 10 (68% pass rate). It has 98,362 miles on the clock, averaging 4,340 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 YLT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
98,362
Last Mileage
Recorded
31
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 31 tests on record
4,340

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 reading98,362 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year4,340
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS52 YLT 10k32k54k76k98k '06'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 31 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,362 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,342 miles
Since last MOT+15,436 miles
PASS
Mileage82,906 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,901 miles
Since last MOT+10,345 miles
PASS
Mileage72,556 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,555 miles
Since last MOT+11,353 miles
PASS
Mileage61,202 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,202 miles
Since last MOT+5,658 miles
PASS
Mileage55,544 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,537 miles
Since last MOT+4,840 miles
PASS
Mileage50,697 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,697 miles
Since last MOT+8,064 miles
PASS
Mileage42,633 miles
Since last MOT+395 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,238 miles
Since last MOT+3,462 miles
PASS
Mileage38,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,776 miles
Since last MOT+2,112 miles
PASS
Mileage36,664 miles
Since last MOT+2,143 miles
PASS
Mileage34,521 miles
Since last MOT+2,309 miles
PASS
Mileage32,212 miles
Since last MOT+2,785 miles
PASS
Mileage29,427 miles
Since last MOT+2,344 miles
PASS
Mileage27,083 miles
Since last MOT+2,252 miles
PASS
Mileage24,831 miles
Since last MOT+2,338 miles
PASS
Mileage22,493 miles
Since last MOT+1,040 miles
PASS
Mileage21,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,453 miles
Since last MOT+798 miles
PASS
Mileage20,655 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,655 miles
Since last MOT+781 miles
PASS
Mileage19,874 miles
Since last MOT+2,105 miles
PASS
Mileage17,769 miles
Since last MOT+2,994 miles
PASS
Mileage14,775 miles
Since last MOT+4,334 miles
PASS
Mileage10,441 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 YLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About LS52 YLT

What car is LS52 YLT?

LS52 YLT is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LS52 YLT?

The last recorded mileage for LS52 YLT was 98,362 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS52 YLT passed its MOT?

LS52 YLT has had 31 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (21 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2026.

Is LS52 YLT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS52 YLT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 YLT?

LS52 YLT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.