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 Kia Sportage Diesel 1685cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 88,042 miles on the clock, averaging 7,333 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for BA06 MEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,042 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,446 |
| Average per year | 7,333 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Sportage
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D4FD
Chain elongates (longer life than related U2 engines, but still fails).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BA06 MEL |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BA — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About BA06 MEL
What car is BA06 MEL?
BA06 MEL is a silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BA06 MEL?
The last recorded mileage for BA06 MEL was 88,042 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BA06 MEL passed its MOT?
BA06 MEL has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Jul 2026.
Is BA06 MEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BA06 MEL is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BA06 MEL?
BA06 MEL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.