The road tax status for SV12 VLJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SV12 VLJ?

The MOT for SV12 VLJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 August 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of SV12 VLJ?

The recorded mileage for SV12 VLJ is 112,554 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SV12 VLJ ULEZ compliant?

No, SV12 VLJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does SV12 VLJ have an outstanding safety recall?

No, SV12 VLJ has no outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded in official DVSA databases.

Official DVLA Record

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2012 KIA Sportage 1.7L Diesel · SV12 VLJ

SV12 VLJ

2012 KIA Sportage (1.7L, diesel). First registered 16/03/2012. Recorded mileage 112,554 miles. MOT status: Expired. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model: KIA SPORTAGE
Year / Origin: 2012 · Aberdeen
Safety Recall: None Outstanding
MOT Status: Valid until 29/08/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 112,554 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 29/08/2026

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Mileage: 112,554 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2012
Engine: 1685cc

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SV12 VLJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/08/2025
112,554 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

✓ No outstanding recalls

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SV12 VLJ Mileage History

17/08/202289,099 mi
17/08/202398,693 mi+9,594 mi
31/08/2024106,434 mi+7,741 mi
31/08/2024106,434 mi
28/08/2025112,554 mi+6,120 mi

Average of roughly 7,739 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SV12 VLJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 12:14

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Kia Sportage (SV12 VLJ) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”.

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