Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 123,308 miles on the clock, averaging 6,502 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LW52 AWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 123,308 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,466 |
| Average per year | 6,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LW52 AWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About LW52 AWU
What car is LW52 AWU?
LW52 AWU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LW52 AWU?
The last recorded mileage for LW52 AWU was 123,308 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW52 AWU passed its MOT?
LW52 AWU has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 3 Nov 2021.
Is LW52 AWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW52 AWU 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 LW52 AWU?
LW52 AWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.