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Kia Sorento

Blue and Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LA55 JUOMOT history

LA55 JUO is a blue and grey diesel Kia Sorento first used on 31 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2024
Mileage
85,886 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 JUO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 JUO was last recorded at 85,886 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 8,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,010 miles · 11 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,876 miles
Average per year
4,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,886 miles
  • 2022 – 77,010 miles
  • 2021 – 76,901 miles
  • 2020 – 75,687 miles
  • 2019 – 74,137 miles
  • 2018 – 71,438 miles
  • 2017 – 68,171 miles
  • 2016 – 65,123 miles
  • 2015 – 63,328 miles
  • 2014 – 61,831 miles
  • 2013 – 59,565 miles
  • 2012 – 57,791 miles
  • 2011 – 54,496 miles
  • 2010 – 50,296 miles
  • 2009 – 22,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,886 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnder sealed

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, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,886 miles (+8,876)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,886 miles
    Test number
    727456447099
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder sealed

  2. Pass77,010 miles (+109)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,010 miles
    Test number
    257561350204
    • AdvisoryAll front and Rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryAll vehicle structure is corroded
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front and Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe complete underbody of the vehicle has been undersealed black
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively Whole tow bar assembly (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail76,901 miles (+1,214)1 dangerous10 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,901 miles
    Test number
    535710234523
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under bumper (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength trailing arm mount on rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under rear bumper (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes at joins to rear corroded in clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear chassis heavily corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively whole towbar assembly corroded (6.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass75,687 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,687 miles
    Test number
    349850383319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting whole towbar assembly (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Fail75,687 miles (+1,550)7 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,687 miles
    Test number
    249258276706
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting whole towbar assembly (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass74,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,137 miles
    Test number
    419876255823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger mount on inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger mount on inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail74,137 miles (+2,699)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,137 miles
    Test number
    516069039126
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger mount on inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger mount on inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass71,438 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    71,438 miles
    Test number
    539508419990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis throughout has surface corrosion (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Fail71,438 miles (+3,267)2 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,438 miles
    Test number
    600328576472
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis throughout has surface corrosion (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  10. Pass68,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    68,171 miles
    Test number
    298072969721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail68,171 miles (+3,048)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,171 miles
    Test number
    298112845312
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance both bulbs (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass65,123 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    647565383289
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounts on axle (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear end of chassis (6.6.6)

  13. Fail65,123 miles (+1,795)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,123 miles
    Test number
    880122829424
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounts on axle (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear end of chassis (6.6.6)

  14. Pass63,328 miles (+1,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,328 miles
    Test number
    424827850536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass61,831 miles (+2,266)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    61,831 miles
    Test number
    758481954382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass59,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    59,565 miles
    Test number
    508799433354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,565 miles (+1,774)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,565 miles
    Test number
    576538633309
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass57,791 miles (+3,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,791 miles
    Test number
    216856642352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,496 miles (+4,200)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,496 miles
    Test number
    656082541324
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition on inside edge.

  20. Pass50,296 miles (+13,038)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    50,296 miles
    Test number
    462116050410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlightly smokey when cold

  21. Pass37,258 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,258 miles
    Test number
    274203830043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,251 miles (+14,643)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,251 miles
    Test number
    182572230486
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass22,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,608 miles
    Test number
    652482819072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 JUO

Does LA55 JUO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 JUO expired on 10 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 JUO?
The MOT on LA55 JUO expired on 10 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 JUO done?
LA55 JUO was recorded at 85,886 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 4,521 miles a year.
Has LA55 JUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 JUO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LA55 JUO 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 LA55 JUO find?
LA55 JUO passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 9 advisories: brake pad(s) wearing thin all; coil spring corroded all; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 6 more.

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