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 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 93,987 miles on the clock, averaging 7,302 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for DS12 XAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,987 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48 |
| Average per year | 7,302 |
| 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 | DS12 XAO |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DS12 XAO
What car is DS12 XAO?
DS12 XAO is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2012.
What is the mileage of DS12 XAO?
The last recorded mileage for DS12 XAO was 93,987 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS12 XAO passed its MOT?
DS12 XAO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2025.
Is DS12 XAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS12 XAO 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 DS12 XAO?
DS12 XAO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.