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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,497 cc

L3 PNGMOT history

L3 PNG is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 30 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 87,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2024
Mileage
87,354 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 PNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 PNG was last recorded at 87,354 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,321 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
4,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,354 miles
  • 2022 – 82,766 miles
  • 2021 – 76,924 miles
  • 2019 – 70,854 miles
  • 2018 – 66,434 miles
  • 2017 – 60,029 miles
  • 2016 – 57,930 miles
  • 2015 – 51,859 miles
  • 2014 – 46,979 miles
  • 2013 – 45,180 miles
  • 2012 – 39,487 miles
  • 2011 – 34,307 miles
  • 2010 – 27,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,354 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened shock (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront prop shaft is missingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front tyre is wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,354 miles (+33)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,354 miles
    Test number
    459168915903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened shock (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft is missing

  2. Fail87,321 miles (+4,555)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,321 miles
    Test number
    337522035338
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened shock (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft is missing

  3. Pass82,766 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,766 miles
    Test number
    646855777065
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft is missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel is getting Hight

  4. Fail82,759 miles (+5,835)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,759 miles
    Test number
    441704397948
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured on to rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached on axle (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested vehicle not safe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft is missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel is getting Hight

  5. Pass76,924 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,924 miles
    Test number
    935091650006
    • AdvisoryFront front prop shaft is missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail76,923 miles (+7)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,923 miles
    Test number
    551174866382
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres front and rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft removed
    • AdvisoryRear axle assembly corroded

  7. Fail76,916 miles (+6,062)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,916 miles
    Test number
    733282556182
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  8. Pass70,854 miles (+4,420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,854 miles
    Test number
    706932364491
    • AdvisoryRear axel and components mild corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft removed

  9. Pass66,434 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    66,434 miles
    Test number
    899802752534
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail66,434 miles (+6,405)4 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,434 miles
    Test number
    352480885520
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass60,029 miles (+2,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,029 miles
    Test number
    658707874721
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  12. Pass57,930 miles (+6,071)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,930 miles
    Test number
    491658824713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,859 miles (+4,880)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,859 miles
    Test number
    948094285104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,979 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,979 miles
    Test number
    777788364137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,180 miles (+5,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,180 miles
    Test number
    107468173148
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass39,487 miles (+5,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,487 miles
    Test number
    539978352168
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass34,307 miles (+6,528)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    34,307 miles
    Test number
    919120531171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,779 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,779 miles
    Test number
    232469910446
    • NoteFront tyres low
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside

Questions about L3 PNG

Does L3 PNG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 PNG expired on 1 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 PNG?
The MOT on L3 PNG expired on 1 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 PNG done?
L3 PNG was recorded at 87,354 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 4,668 miles a year.
Has L3 PNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 PNG has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L3 PNG 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 L3 PNG find?
L3 PNG passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 8 advisories: nearside front inner anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edges; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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