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 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 101,312 miles on the clock, averaging 7,942 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for GY12 VRM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,312 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,940 |
| Average per year | 7,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | GY12 VRM |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GY12 VRM
What car is GY12 VRM?
GY12 VRM is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GY12 VRM?
The last recorded mileage for GY12 VRM was 101,312 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY12 VRM passed its MOT?
GY12 VRM has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is GY12 VRM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY12 VRM 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 GY12 VRM?
GY12 VRM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.