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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 108,171 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for BV12 VXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 108,171 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 VXU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | White |
| 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 VXU
What car is BV12 VXU?
BV12 VXU is a white Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.
What is the mileage of BV12 VXU?
The last recorded mileage for BV12 VXU was 108,171 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV12 VXU passed its MOT?
BV12 VXU has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Apr 2015.
Is BV12 VXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV12 VXU 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 VXU?
BV12 VXU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.