2012 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · A6 LAJ
2012 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 20 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 98,540 miles. MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,540 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A6 LAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/12/2025
- 98,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A6 LAJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Kia Sportage (A6 LAJ) between December 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
A6 LAJ Mileage History
- 22/12/202389,883 mi
- 19/12/202494,205 mi+4,322 mi
- 19/12/202494,205 mi
- 12/12/202598,540 mi+4,335 mi
- 13/12/202598,540 mi
Average of roughly 4,380 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sportage (SL)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- DPF and EGR clogging on CRDi modelsModerate
Like many family SUVs, short journeys clog the DPF and EGR system, causing poor economy, limp mode and repeat warning lights on otherwise strong engines.
- AWD coupling and rear differential noiseModerate
Matched tyres and correct servicing matter. Neglect can lead to rear-coupling judder or differential whine, especially on higher-mileage AWD Sportages.
- Rear suspension bush and link wearModerate
A common UK wear theme rather than a design disaster. Bushes, links and dampers tire, leaving the rear of the car noisy and unsettled.
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