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 91,805 miles on the clock, averaging 8,934 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for GV12 VVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 91,805 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 29 |
| Average per year | 8,934 |
| 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 | GV12 VVU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VVU
What car is GV12 VVU?
GV12 VVU is a silver Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV12 VVU?
The last recorded mileage for GV12 VVU was 91,805 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV12 VVU passed its MOT?
GV12 VVU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2023.
Is GV12 VVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV12 VVU 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 VVU?
GV12 VVU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.