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 Seat Leon Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 199,631 miles on the clock, averaging 14,357 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 LYW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,174 |
| Average per year | 14,357 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 LYW |
| Make | Seat |
| Model | Leon |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 LYW
What car is BG53 LYW?
BG53 LYW is a blue Seat Leon, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 LYW?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 LYW was 199,631 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 LYW passed its MOT?
BG53 LYW has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2016.
Is BG53 LYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 LYW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG53 LYW?
BG53 LYW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.