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SW57 BGU

2008 Seat Leon · Petrol · 1984cc

Red Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeSeat
ModelLeon
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2008 Seat Leon Petrol 1984cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 81,862 miles on the clock, averaging 3,960 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.

MOT & Mileage History for SW57 BGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,862
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,960

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading81,862 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,960
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW57 BGU 26k40k54k68k82k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,862 miles
Since last MOT+364 miles
PASS
Mileage81,498 miles
Since last MOT+3,513 miles
PASS
Mileage77,985 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,982 miles
Since last MOT+2,288 miles
PASS
Mileage75,694 miles
Since last MOT+3,433 miles
PASS
Mileage72,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,246 miles
PASS
Mileage68,015 miles
Since last MOT+178 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,837 miles
Since last MOT+3,479 miles
PASS
Mileage64,358 miles
Since last MOT+4,162 miles
PASS
Mileage60,196 miles
Since last MOT+5,337 miles
PASS
Mileage54,859 miles
Since last MOT+5,549 miles
PASS
Mileage49,310 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,308 miles
Since last MOT+7,276 miles
PASS
Mileage42,032 miles
Since last MOT+8,954 miles
PASS
Mileage33,078 miles
Since last MOT+7,488 miles
PASS
Mileage25,590 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Seat Leon

These are the most commonly reported problems on Seat Leon models (2005–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW57 BGU
MakeSeat
ModelLeon
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About SW57 BGU

What car is SW57 BGU?

SW57 BGU is an red Seat Leon, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.

What is the mileage of SW57 BGU?

The last recorded mileage for SW57 BGU was 81,862 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW57 BGU passed its MOT?

SW57 BGU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2025.

Is SW57 BGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW57 BGU 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 SW57 BGU?

SW57 BGU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.