2012 KIA Sportage 1.6L Petrol · MW12 YCH
2012 KIA Sportage (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 99,399 miles. MOT expired on 19 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- KIA SPORTAGE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,399 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MW12 YCH Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/10/2024
- 99,399 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MW12 YCH 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 (MW12 YCH) between November 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
MW12 YCH Mileage History
- 10/11/202179,758 mi
- 21/10/202284,060 mi+4,302 mi
- 08/11/202391,710 mi+7,650 mi
- 29/10/202499,399 mi+7,689 mi
Average of roughly 6,621 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sportage (SL)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
- 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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