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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LA55 KOJMOT history

LA55 KOJ is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 146,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2025
Mileage
146,094 mi
At MOT on 1 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,270 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA55 KOJ was last recorded at 146,094 miles on 1 Jan 2025, 8,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,743 miles · 10 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
8,351 miles
Average per year
7,270 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,094 miles
  • 2024 – 137,743 miles
  • 2023 – 131,065 miles
  • 2021 – 124,132 miles
  • 2020 – 118,127 miles
  • 2019 – 103,368 miles
  • 2018 – 98,963 miles
  • 2017 – 93,991 miles
  • 2016 – 87,304 miles
  • 2015 – 81,231 miles
  • 2014 – 74,898 miles
  • 2013 – 65,154 miles
  • 2012 – 57,422 miles
  • 2011 – 52,100 miles
  • 2010 – 38,040 miles
  • 2009 – 31,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,094 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Both sides Quarter Panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Body not fully secure Both inner sills have been repaired but not seam welded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,094 miles (+8,351)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,094 miles
    Test number
    100026719884
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Both sides Quarter Panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass137,743 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    137,743 miles
    Test number
    908978652501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail137,743 miles (+6,678)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,743 miles
    Test number
    790153017717
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced quarter (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass131,065 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,065 miles
    Test number
    266650102833
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure Both inner sills have been repaired but not seam welded. (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail131,060 miles (+6,928)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,060 miles
    Test number
    792380075333
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure Both inner sills have been repaired but not seam welded. (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass124,132 miles (+6,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    124,132 miles
    Test number
    606212602636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass118,127 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,127 miles
    Test number
    583692885468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,888 miles (+14,520)10 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,888 miles
    Test number
    171743889886
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner & outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner & outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn Front prop shaft rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has restricted free movement Parking brake pivot , on axle (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass103,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,368 miles
    Test number
    504120068646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,368 miles (+4,405)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,368 miles
    Test number
    763113550748
    • 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))

  11. Pass98,963 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,963 miles
    Test number
    463816977685
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Fail98,961 miles (+4,970)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,961 miles
    Test number
    267725059007
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass93,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,991 miles
    Test number
    885657891191
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  14. Fail93,990 miles (+6,686)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,990 miles
    Test number
    871117625329
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass87,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,304 miles
    Test number
    125105827537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail87,302 miles (+6,071)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,302 miles
    Test number
    454380468631
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass81,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    81,231 miles
    Test number
    428599199880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,299 miles (+6,401)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,299 miles
    Test number
    342333627379
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass74,898 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,898 miles
    Test number
    248702264218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail74,888 miles (+9,734)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,888 miles
    Test number
    255201264225
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass65,154 miles (+7,732)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,154 miles
    Test number
    215889863228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,422 miles (+5,322)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,422 miles
    Test number
    456494332262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,100 miles
    Test number
    487113961295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,100 miles (+5,312)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,100 miles
    Test number
    806163561266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass46,788 miles (+8,748)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    46,788 miles
    Test number
    969044651062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,040 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,040 miles
    Test number
    234339760058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,183 miles
    Test number
    472432879077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 KOJ

Does LA55 KOJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 KOJ expired on 27 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KOJ?
The MOT on LA55 KOJ expired on 27 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 KOJ done?
LA55 KOJ was recorded at 146,094 miles at its MOT on 1 Jan 2025, an average of 7,270 miles a year.
Has LA55 KOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KOJ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LA55 KOJ 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 KOJ find?
LA55 KOJ failed its latest MOT on 1 Jan 2025 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; rear inner vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both sides quarter panel; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 3 more.

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