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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 158,735 miles on the clock, averaging 9,822 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for GV12 UCS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,735 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,763 |
| Average per year | 9,822 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GV12 UCS |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GV12 UCS
What car is GV12 UCS?
GV12 UCS is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV12 UCS?
The last recorded mileage for GV12 UCS was 158,735 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV12 UCS passed its MOT?
GV12 UCS has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2026.
Is GV12 UCS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV12 UCS 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 GV12 UCS?
GV12 UCS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.