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Kia Sorento

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

273 HMBMOT history

273 HMB is a red diesel Kia Sorento first used on 10 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 48,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
48,892 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
273 HMB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

273 HMB was last recorded at 48,892 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,773 miles · 12 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
1,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,892 miles
  • 2024 – 48,773 miles
  • 2023 – 47,724 miles
  • 2022 – 46,911 miles
  • 2021 – 45,928 miles
  • 2020 – 44,605 miles
  • 2019 – 40,765 miles
  • 2018 – 40,125 miles
  • 2017 – 38,495 miles
  • 2016 – 37,031 miles
  • 2015 – 37,000 miles
  • 2014 – 36,816 miles
  • 2013 – 35,828 miles
  • 2012 – 34,330 miles
  • 2011 – 31,732 miles
  • 2010 – 29,547 miles
  • 2009 – 26,118 miles
  • 2008 – 22,339 miles
  • 2007 – 18,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,892 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component slightly loose mirror housing damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc back plate corroded off
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and cracking.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and cracking.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,892 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    48,892 miles
    Test number
    836854211752
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component slightly loose mirror housing damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc back plate corroded off
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail48,892 miles (+119)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,892 miles
    Test number
    902590681626
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body component slightly loose mirror housing damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc back plate corroded off
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing would recommend replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass48,773 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    48,773 miles
    Test number
    409975025946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail48,772 miles (+1,048)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,772 miles
    Test number
    451237879444
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass47,724 miles (+813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    47,724 miles
    Test number
    862656342914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills very corroded

  6. Pass46,911 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    46,911 miles
    Test number
    589164252086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded. (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Fail46,909 miles (+981)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,909 miles
    Test number
    349742674530
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured Link has snapped. (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement Linkage seized. (1.1.15 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and cracking. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Corroded. (1.1.15 (a))

  8. Pass45,928 miles (+1,323)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    45,928 miles
    Test number
    625460248191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,605 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,605 miles
    Test number
    316071322393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,765 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    391233752830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,125 miles (+1,630)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,125 miles
    Test number
    187316124355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,495 miles
    Test number
    735416207102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,495 miles (+1,464)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,495 miles
    Test number
    677300094187
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

  14. Pass37,031 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,031 miles
    Test number
    987247234419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,000 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,000 miles
    Test number
    349333505225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,816 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,816 miles
    Test number
    127948394131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,828 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,828 miles
    Test number
    717572793190
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNsf position lamp dim changed bulb

  18. Pass35,828 miles (+1,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,828 miles
    Test number
    909342093159
    • NoteNsf position lamp dim changed bulb

  19. Pass34,330 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,330 miles
    Test number
    446740382101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,732 miles (+2,185)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,732 miles
    Test number
    279941581495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads 3/4 worn
    • NoteRear wiper blade torn

  21. Pass29,547 miles (+3,429)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,547 miles
    Test number
    844022380128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,118 miles (+3,779)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,118 miles
    Test number
    980746779126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade torn

  23. Pass22,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,339 miles
    Test number
    391151578161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,339 miles (+4,132)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,339 miles
    Test number
    584461078135
    • FailureRear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass18,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,207 miles
    Test number
    620485267156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 273 HMB

What vehicle is registration 273 HMB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 273 HMB on a red diesel Kia Sorento first used on 10 Jun 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 273 HMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 273 HMB expired on 22 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 273 HMB?
The MOT on 273 HMB expired on 22 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 273 HMB done?
273 HMB was recorded at 48,892 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 1,671 miles a year.
Has 273 HMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 273 HMB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on 273 HMB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 273 HMB find?
273 HMB passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside front body component slightly loose mirror housing damaged; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 8 more.

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