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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 80,631 miles on the clock, averaging 5,174 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for SM12 NMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,631 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,784 |
| Average per year | 5,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SM12 NMV |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SM12 NMV
What car is SM12 NMV?
SM12 NMV is an black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SM12 NMV?
The last recorded mileage for SM12 NMV was 80,631 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM12 NMV passed its MOT?
SM12 NMV has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.
Is SM12 NMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM12 NMV 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 SM12 NMV?
SM12 NMV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.