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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 117,757 miles on the clock, averaging 8,497 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for SW12 GVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,757 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SW12 GVJ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SW12 GVJ
What car is SW12 GVJ?
SW12 GVJ is an white Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2012.
What is the mileage of SW12 GVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SW12 GVJ was 117,757 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW12 GVJ passed its MOT?
SW12 GVJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2026.
Is SW12 GVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW12 GVJ 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 SW12 GVJ?
SW12 GVJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.