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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 124,092 miles on the clock, averaging 8,799 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for GL12 YKX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,092 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 42 |
| Average per year | 8,799 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GL12 YKX |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GL12 YKX
What car is GL12 YKX?
GL12 YKX is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2012.
What is the mileage of GL12 YKX?
The last recorded mileage for GL12 YKX was 124,092 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL12 YKX passed its MOT?
GL12 YKX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2026.
Is GL12 YKX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL12 YKX 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 GL12 YKX?
GL12 YKX is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.