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 2012 Kia Sportage Diesel 1685cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 178,512 miles on the clock, averaging 13,218 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for BJ12 OLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,512 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 835 |
| Average per year | 13,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BJ12 OLV |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BJ12 OLV
What car is BJ12 OLV?
BJ12 OLV is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BJ12 OLV?
The last recorded mileage for BJ12 OLV was 178,512 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ12 OLV passed its MOT?
BJ12 OLV has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is BJ12 OLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ12 OLV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BJ12 OLV?
BJ12 OLV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.