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 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 152,157 miles on the clock, averaging 10,557 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for EU12 EBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,157 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,297 |
| Average per year | 10,557 |
| 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 | EU12 EBJ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EU12 EBJ
What car is EU12 EBJ?
EU12 EBJ is an black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EU12 EBJ?
The last recorded mileage for EU12 EBJ was 152,157 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU12 EBJ passed its MOT?
EU12 EBJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is EU12 EBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU12 EBJ 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 EU12 EBJ?
EU12 EBJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.