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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 Optima Diesel 1685cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 22,691 miles on the clock, averaging 1,358 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EK12 VSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 22,691 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 683 |
| Average per year | 1,358 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK12 VSZ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Optima |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EK12 VSZ
What car is EK12 VSZ?
EK12 VSZ is an white Kia Optima, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EK12 VSZ?
The last recorded mileage for EK12 VSZ was 22,691 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK12 VSZ passed its MOT?
EK12 VSZ has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Mar 2026.
Is EK12 VSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK12 VSZ 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 EK12 VSZ?
EK12 VSZ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.