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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 168,426 miles on the clock, averaging 13,059 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 CRDi engine is known for d4fd.
MOT & Mileage History for VE12 ETR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,426 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,229 |
| Average per year | 13,059 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | VE12 ETR |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1685cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About VE12 ETR
What car is VE12 ETR?
VE12 ETR is a blue Kia Sportage, diesel (1685cc). First registered in Worcester in 2012.
What is the mileage of VE12 ETR?
The last recorded mileage for VE12 ETR was 168,426 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE12 ETR passed its MOT?
VE12 ETR has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2026.
Is VE12 ETR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE12 ETR 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 VE12 ETR?
VE12 ETR is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.