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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LA55 KPTMOT history

LA55 KPT is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2027
Mileage
139,994 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KPT
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 valid until 18 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 KPT was last recorded at 139,994 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 10,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,009 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,985 miles
Average per year
6,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,994 miles
  • 2025 – 129,009 miles
  • 2024 – 117,800 miles
  • 2023 – 110,346 miles
  • 2022 – 93,764 miles
  • 2021 – 76,463 miles
  • 2020 – 64,710 miles
  • 2019 – 54,687 miles
  • 2018 – 49,670 miles
  • 2017 – 45,053 miles
  • 2016 – 41,645 miles
  • 2015 – 38,937 miles
  • 2014 – 35,155 miles
  • 2013 – 32,100 miles
  • 2012 – 28,845 miles
  • 2011 – 24,592 miles
  • 2010 – 20,547 miles
  • 2009 – 16,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,994 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 13 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both slightly deteriorating (0.1 (b))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,994 miles (+10,985)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    139,994 miles
    Test number
    939886057003
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both slightly deteriorating (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass129,009 miles (+11,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,009 miles
    Test number
    842567680932
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass117,800 miles (+8)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,800 miles
    Test number
    171401959339
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail117,792 miles (+7,446)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,792 miles
    Test number
    385660922526
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass110,346 miles (+249)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    110,346 miles
    Test number
    636645597083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail110,097 miles (+16,333)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,097 miles
    Test number
    505268925888
    • MajorFront Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated Front prop shaft rear uj (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,764 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    749330798435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail93,764 miles (+17,301)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    770937481103
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,463 miles (+11,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,463 miles
    Test number
    274660714504
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass64,710 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    952887275124
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail64,708 miles (+10,021)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    874265905958
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  12. Pass54,687 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,687 miles
    Test number
    669508872403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,231 miles
    Test number
    554647073799
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail52,231 miles (+2,561)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,231 miles
    Test number
    874517109323
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass49,670 miles (+4,617)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,670 miles
    Test number
    918312732596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass45,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    45,053 miles
    Test number
    205414274324
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seatbelt mechanism slow to retract

  17. Fail45,053 miles (+3,408)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,053 miles
    Test number
    547161353388
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seatbelt mechanism slow to retract

  18. Pass41,645 miles (+2,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    41,645 miles
    Test number
    664104980857
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear outer seat belts slow to retract

  19. Pass38,937 miles (+3,782)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    38,937 miles
    Test number
    276420935031
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass35,155 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,155 miles
    Test number
    997454124027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,100 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,100 miles
    Test number
    917302333083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,845 miles (+4,253)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    28,845 miles
    Test number
    926614232012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,592 miles (+4,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    24,592 miles
    Test number
    157579921499
    • NoteUneven front tyre wear.

  24. Pass20,547 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    143706130016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    16,983 miles
    Test number
    291097739058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 KPT

Does LA55 KPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 KPT is valid until 18 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KPT?
The MOT on LA55 KPT is valid until 18 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 KPT done?
LA55 KPT was recorded at 139,994 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 6,948 miles a year.
Has LA55 KPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KPT has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 KPT 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 KPT find?
LA55 KPT passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stonechip; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg, and 2 more.

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