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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LA06 TWLMOT history

LA06 TWL is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 141,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2024
Mileage
141,659 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA06 TWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA06 TWL was last recorded at 141,659 miles on 10 Mar 2023, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,632 miles · 28 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
8,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,659 miles
  • 2022 – 136,709 miles
  • 2021 – 131,430 miles
  • 2020 – 126,857 miles
  • 2019 – 122,693 miles
  • 2018 – 119,160 miles
  • 2017 – 114,012 miles
  • 2016 – 109,121 miles
  • 2015 – 101,473 miles
  • 2014 – 96,954 miles
  • 2013 – 79,527 miles
  • 2012 – 65,371 miles
  • 2011 – 56,959 miles
  • 2010 – 44,512 miles
  • 2009 – 32,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,659 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferules corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake pie unions corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTowbar corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnderside repaired and corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,659 miles (+27)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,659 miles
    Test number
    846064222206
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferules corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake pie unions corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside repaired and corroded
  2. Fail141,632 miles (+4,923)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,632 miles
    Test number
    298161748587
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll brake hose ferules corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake pie unions corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryTowbar corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside repaired and corroded
  3. Pass136,709 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,709 miles
    Test number
    774553073267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,668 miles (+5,238)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,668 miles
    Test number
    766076496092
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member brace bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff leaking
  5. Pass131,430 miles (+181)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    131,430 miles
    Test number
    397986397764
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Union tube nuts badly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear General corrosion at all rear suspension parts.
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates badly corroded both sides
  6. Fail131,249 miles (+4,392)2 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,249 miles
    Test number
    493936549640
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Downpipe to cat? gasket blown, both flanges badly corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and lens hazed (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side Both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Union tube nuts badly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear General corrosion at all rear suspension parts.
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates badly corroded both sides
  7. Pass126,857 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,857 miles
    Test number
    935812072717
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced present all though out the underneath of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail126,855 miles (+4,162)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,855 miles
    Test number
    328504613828
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced present all though out the underneath of the vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass122,693 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    122,693 miles
    Test number
    778831752457
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material unions at front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, o/s worse (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis especially at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion evident under vehicle
  10. Fail122,683 miles (+3,523)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,683 miles
    Test number
    924948322973
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material unions at front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides, o/s worse (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis especially at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion evident under vehicle
  11. Pass119,160 miles (+5,148)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    119,160 miles
    Test number
    663257364226
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody, suspension components and subframes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Disc corrosion to face
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
  12. Pass114,012 miles (+102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    114,012 miles
    Test number
    364295934258
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  13. Fail113,910 miles (+4,789)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,910 miles
    Test number
    760424064344
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracking
  14. Pass109,121 miles (+7,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    109,121 miles
    Test number
    611814339620
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft excessively worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass101,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    101,473 miles
    Test number
    199610835011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail101,473 miles (+4,519)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,473 miles
    Test number
    275918625081
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  17. Pass96,954 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    96,954 miles
    Test number
    395887254003
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread worn uneven
    • NoteRear axle diff casing heavily corroded
  18. Fail96,954 miles (+17,427)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,954 miles
    Test number
    465226054022
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear axle diff casing heavily corroded
  19. Pass79,527 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    79,527 miles
    Test number
    867001473059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  20. Fail79,527 miles (+14,156)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,527 miles
    Test number
    519390073054
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass65,371 miles (+8,412)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,371 miles
    Test number
    545426462013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    449286731235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,959 miles (+12,447)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    367986031287
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass44,512 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,512 miles
    Test number
    182603140272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front track rod has excess play
  25. Fail44,512 miles (+11,986)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,512 miles
    Test number
    590582140251
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front track rod has excess play
  26. Pass32,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,526 miles
    Test number
    170054049228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA06 TWL

Does LA06 TWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA06 TWL expired on 9 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA06 TWL?
The MOT on LA06 TWL expired on 9 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA06 TWL done?
LA06 TWL was recorded at 141,659 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2023, an average of 8,072 miles a year.
Has LA06 TWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA06 TWL has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LA06 TWL 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 LA06 TWL find?
LA06 TWL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2023 with 11 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 8 more.

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