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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,199 cc

L40 FEEMOT history

L40 FEE is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 20 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 103,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

L40 FEE black Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,364 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 FEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 FEE was last recorded at 103,364 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 10,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,113 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,251 miles
Average per year
7,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,364 miles
  • 2025 – 93,113 miles
  • 2024 – 89,580 miles
  • 2023 – 86,578 miles
  • 2022 – 79,527 miles
  • 2021 – 71,931 miles
  • 2020 – 63,406 miles
  • 2019 – 55,316 miles
  • 2018 – 45,596 miles
  • 2017 – 36,679 miles
  • 2016 – 24,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,364 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCover sills shields

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,364 miles (+10,251)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,364 miles
    Test number
    860787831635
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCover sills shields
  2. Pass93,113 miles (+3,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,113 miles
    Test number
    786999777656
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Near side + off side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass89,580 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,580 miles
    Test number
    850864203330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail89,580 miles (+3,002)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,580 miles
    Test number
    500330108305
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass86,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,578 miles
    Test number
    353518865901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,578 miles (+7,051)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,578 miles
    Test number
    405533569323
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  7. Pass79,527 miles (+7,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,527 miles
    Test number
    920373960559
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.9mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.6mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass71,931 miles (+8,525)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,931 miles
    Test number
    636739906311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass63,406 miles (+8,090)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    274508783853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,316 miles (+9,720)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,316 miles
    Test number
    241604094309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,596 miles (+8,917)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    45,596 miles
    Test number
    665874681421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,679 miles (+2,956)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,679 miles
    Test number
    583055888965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,723 miles (+9,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    33,723 miles
    Test number
    379381792355
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass24,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,581 miles
    Test number
    608495241373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about L40 FEE

Does L40 FEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 FEE is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 FEE?
The MOT on L40 FEE is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 FEE done?
L40 FEE was recorded at 103,364 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 7,746 miles a year.
Has L40 FEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 FEE has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 FEE 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 L40 FEE find?
L40 FEE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel, and 2 more.

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