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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 195,685 miles on the clock, averaging 16,773 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for VA12 HEV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,685 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 16,773 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | VA12 HEV |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About VA12 HEV
What car is VA12 HEV?
VA12 HEV is a black Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.
What is the mileage of VA12 HEV?
The last recorded mileage for VA12 HEV was 195,685 miles, recorded on 27 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA12 HEV passed its MOT?
VA12 HEV has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Dec 2024.
Is VA12 HEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA12 HEV 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 VA12 HEV?
VA12 HEV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.