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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 99,558 miles on the clock, averaging 6,850 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for CA12 HYY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,992 |
| Average per year | 6,850 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | CA12 HYY |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About CA12 HYY
What car is CA12 HYY?
CA12 HYY is a blue Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2012.
What is the mileage of CA12 HYY?
The last recorded mileage for CA12 HYY was 99,558 miles, recorded on 6 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA12 HYY passed its MOT?
CA12 HYY has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2026.
Is CA12 HYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA12 HYY 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 CA12 HYY?
CA12 HYY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.