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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 122,032 miles on the clock, averaging 6,925 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for BV12 VWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,032 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,585 |
| Average per year | 6,925 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BV12 VWG |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About BV12 VWG
What car is BV12 VWG?
BV12 VWG is a silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BV12 VWG?
The last recorded mileage for BV12 VWG was 122,032 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV12 VWG passed its MOT?
BV12 VWG has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Jul 2025.
Is BV12 VWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV12 VWG 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 BV12 VWG?
BV12 VWG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.