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UAZ 469 / 31512 (1972–2003): specs

UAZ 469 / 31512 (1972–2003) photo
Photo: Dmitry Terekhov from Odintsovo, Russian Federation, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

The UAZ 469 / 31512 is a SUV produced from 1972 to 2003.

Engines: 2.4 (UMZ-414), 75 hp. Transmission: manual; all-wheel drive. Length 4,025 mm, wheelbase 2,380 mm, ground clearance 300 mm.

Facelift: 1985. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan; assembled in Russia.

Specifications

Production years1972–2003
BodySUV
Engine2.4
Engine codeUMZ-414
Displacement2.4 L
Fuelpetrol
Power75 hp
Transmissionmanual, 4-speed
Gearbox model4MT UAZ
Driveall-wheel drive
Length4,025 mm
Width1,785 mm
Height2,015 mm
Wheelbase2,380 mm
Ground clearance300 mm

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
2.4≈ 28,750 ₸≈ 20,125 ₸≈ 14,375 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Pros and cons

Pros

  • All-wheel-drive versions available
  • High ground clearance: 300 mm
  • Local assembly: Russia
  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • ZMZ-402/409, UMZ engine: chain and hydraulic tensioner noise (ZMZ-409)
  • Modest power: up to 75 hp
  • Age: the last cars were built in 2003, condition is everything

Common problems and what to check

Engine: ZMZ-402/409, UMZ

  • chain and hydraulic tensioner noise (ZMZ-409)
  • oil leaks
  • overheating

What to check when buying: chain noise when cold; oil traces.

Tip: Repairable and cheap to maintain.

Based on owner and workshop reports. A specific car may differ — get a pre-purchase inspection.

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FAQ

What engine does the UAZ 469 / 31512 have?

2.4, code UMZ-414, 75 hp.

What transmission does it have?

manual (4MT UAZ).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Ground clearance 300 mm.

How much is the vehicle tax on the UAZ 469 / 31512 in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 28,750 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

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