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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 104,203 miles on the clock, averaging 9,455 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for DA12 VHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,203 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DA12 VHZ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DA12 VHZ
What car is DA12 VHZ?
DA12 VHZ is a silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.
What is the mileage of DA12 VHZ?
The last recorded mileage for DA12 VHZ was 104,203 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA12 VHZ passed its MOT?
DA12 VHZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2024.
Is DA12 VHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA12 VHZ 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 DA12 VHZ?
DA12 VHZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.