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 2016 Seat Leon Petrol 1798cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 78,146 miles on the clock, averaging 8,258 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TSI engine is known for cjsa and piston rings.
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 VGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 78,146 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,258 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Seat Leon
These are the most commonly reported problems on Seat Leon models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
CJSA
Piston rings (faulty design leading to excessive oil consumption)
Premature wear on thin piston rings causes high oil burn-off, often 1 quart per 1,000-2,000 miles.[1][6]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL16 VGV |
| Make | Seat |
| Model | Leon |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 VGV
What car is PL16 VGV?
PL16 VGV is a grey Seat Leon, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 VGV?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 VGV was 78,146 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 VGV passed its MOT?
PL16 VGV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.
Is PL16 VGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 VGV is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PL16 VGV?
PL16 VGV is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.