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Kia Sorento

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LA55 KPJMOT history

LA55 KPJ is a red diesel Kia Sorento first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
94,019 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KPJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 KPJ was last recorded at 94,019 miles on 11 May 2026, 1,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,212 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,807 miles
Average per year
4,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,019 miles
  • 2025 – 92,212 miles
  • 2024 – 89,044 miles
  • 2023 – 86,486 miles
  • 2022 – 83,954 miles
  • 2021 – 81,368 miles
  • 2020 – 79,453 miles
  • 2019 – 77,134 miles
  • 2018 – 73,089 miles
  • 2017 – 70,640 miles
  • 2016 – 68,133 miles
  • 2015 – 64,134 miles
  • 2014 – 60,447 miles
  • 2013 – 54,345 miles
  • 2012 – 49,104 miles
  • 2011 – 42,469 miles
  • 2010 – 32,093 miles
  • 2009 – 20,477 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,019 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Chip a zone

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    94,019 miles
    Test number
    298157495730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,016 miles (+1,804)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,016 miles
    Test number
    461703664777
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,212 miles (+3,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    398392136811
    • AdvisoryO/s front seatbelt wont fully retract

  4. Pass89,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,044 miles
    Test number
    508363021174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail89,044 miles (+2,558)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,044 miles
    Test number
    763532900304
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill under vehicle at body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass86,486 miles (+2,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    86,486 miles
    Test number
    694946152594
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills rusty

  7. Pass83,954 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,954 miles
    Test number
    838714234932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,368 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,368 miles
    Test number
    815299604622
    • AdvisoryChip a zone

  9. Fail81,350 miles (+1,897)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,350 miles
    Test number
    474050357490
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip a zone

  10. Pass79,453 miles (+2,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    79,453 miles
    Test number
    368006790524
    • AdvisoryChip b zone

  11. Pass77,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2020
    Odometer
    77,134 miles
    Test number
    352276378977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,131 miles (+4,042)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,131 miles
    Test number
    213375706019
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,089 miles
    Test number
    584585561021
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail73,088 miles (+2,448)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,088 miles
    Test number
    754118085193
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  15. Pass70,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,640 miles
    Test number
    516229612431
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail70,640 miles (+2,507)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,640 miles
    Test number
    928111808093
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass68,133 miles (+3,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,133 miles
    Test number
    596234514292
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass64,134 miles (+3,687)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    956327815183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,447 miles (+515)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,447 miles
    Test number
    956243844186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,932 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,932 miles
    Test number
    675634804168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail59,930 miles (+5,585)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,930 miles
    Test number
    737544794035
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass54,345 miles (+5,241)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,345 miles
    Test number
    828641303177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,104 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,104 miles
    Test number
    575523502183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,469 miles (+10,376)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,469 miles
    Test number
    486173401121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,093 miles (+11,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    322760800109
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  26. Pass20,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,477 miles
    Test number
    240059529097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 KPJ

Does LA55 KPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 KPJ is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KPJ?
The MOT on LA55 KPJ is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 KPJ done?
LA55 KPJ was recorded at 94,019 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 4,256 miles a year.
Has LA55 KPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KPJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 KPJ 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 KPJ find?
LA55 KPJ passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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