2012 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · KS12 UOU
2012 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 10 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 99,932 miles. MOT expired on 28 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,932 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KS12 UOU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/05/2025
- 99,932 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KS12 UOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Kia Sportage (KS12 UOU) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
KS12 UOU Mileage History
- 14/04/202270,228 mi
- 11/04/202380,922 mi+10,694 mi
- 30/05/202489,173 mi+8,251 mi
- 29/05/202599,932 mi+10,759 mi
Average of roughly 9,508 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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