2012 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · FP12 XGL
2012 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2012. Recorded mileage 119,986 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,986 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FP12 XGL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
- 119,986 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FP12 XGL 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 (FP12 XGL) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 21 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
FP12 XGL Mileage History
- 13/07/202289,998 mi
- 13/07/202399,960 mi+9,962 mi
- 15/07/2024106,302 mi+6,342 mi
- 10/07/2025112,228 mi+5,926 mi
- 09/07/2026119,986 mi+7,758 mi
Average of roughly 7,519 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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