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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 120,009 miles on the clock, averaging 11,697 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for EX12 DPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,229 |
| Average per year | 11,697 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EX12 DPU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About EX12 DPU
What car is EX12 DPU?
EX12 DPU is an black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EX12 DPU?
The last recorded mileage for EX12 DPU was 120,009 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX12 DPU passed its MOT?
EX12 DPU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2023.
Is EX12 DPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX12 DPU 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 EX12 DPU?
EX12 DPU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.