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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 2009 Seat Altea Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 174,807 miles on the clock, averaging 9,365 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM59 BNY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,569 |
| Average per year | 9,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM59 BNY |
| Make | Seat |
| Model | Altea |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 BNY
What car is SM59 BNY?
SM59 BNY is an black Seat Altea, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 BNY?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 BNY was 174,807 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 BNY passed its MOT?
SM59 BNY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2026.
Is SM59 BNY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 BNY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM59 BNY?
SM59 BNY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.