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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 174,211 miles on the clock, averaging 12,923 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for BN12 BGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,923 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BN12 BGU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BN12 BGU
What car is BN12 BGU?
BN12 BGU is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BN12 BGU?
The last recorded mileage for BN12 BGU was 174,211 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN12 BGU passed its MOT?
BN12 BGU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2024.
Is BN12 BGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN12 BGU 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 BN12 BGU?
BN12 BGU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.