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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LA55 KVYMOT history

LA55 KVY is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 7 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
136,029 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 KVY
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
7 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 KVY was last recorded at 136,029 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 4,130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,899 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,130 miles
Average per year
6,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,029 miles
  • 2025 – 131,899 miles
  • 2024 – 128,059 miles
  • 2023 – 124,813 miles
  • 2022 – 119,121 miles
  • 2021 – 113,158 miles
  • 2020 – 107,936 miles
  • 2019 – 100,649 miles
  • 2018 – 92,294 miles
  • 2017 – 82,761 miles
  • 2016 – 72,829 miles
  • 2015 – 69,169 miles
  • 2014 – 65,033 miles
  • 2013 – 61,235 miles
  • 2012 – 53,344 miles
  • 2011 – 43,808 miles
  • 2010 – 35,806 miles
  • 2009 – 24,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,029 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • N/s & o/s rear sill corroded & holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,029 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    484360079106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail136,029 miles (+4,130)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,029 miles
    Test number
    885763313187
    • MajorBrake linkage has restricted free movement Handbrake arm on axle. (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass131,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    131,899 miles
    Test number
    989473441427
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S OUTER SILL S CORRODED & HOLED. (NON STRUCTURAL FOR .MOT REQUIREMENTS0
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail131,898 miles (+3,839)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,898 miles
    Test number
    646393707991
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S & O/S OUTER SILL S CORRODED & HOLED. (NON STRUCTURAL FOR .MOT REQUIREMENTS0
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass128,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    128,059 miles
    Test number
    867664674297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail128,059 miles (+3,246)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,059 miles
    Test number
    275715083422
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass124,813 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    124,813 miles
    Test number
    310843308037
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear sill corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryN/s rear park brake performance low

  8. Fail124,789 miles (+5,668)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,789 miles
    Test number
    402630923706
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear sill corroded & holed
    • AdvisoryN/s rear park brake performance low

  9. Pass119,121 miles (+57)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    119,121 miles
    Test number
    894848159150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail119,064 miles (+5,906)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,064 miles
    Test number
    324231632918
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass113,158 miles (+5,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    362481832801
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass107,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    107,936 miles
    Test number
    908228659012
    • AdvisoryCORROSION HOLE IN FRONT O/S INNER SILL

  13. Fail107,936 miles (+7,287)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,936 miles
    Test number
    488903371731
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCORROSION HOLE IN FRONT O/S INNER SILL

  14. Pass100,649 miles (+8,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    100,649 miles
    Test number
    767298337732
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel low
    • AdvisoryRear roll bar "d"bushes slighty worn

  15. Pass92,294 miles (+9,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,294 miles
    Test number
    265972521805
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass82,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,761 miles
    Test number
    473732783183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail82,761 miles (+9,932)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,761 miles
    Test number
    270009039116
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass72,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    644074155619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail72,829 miles (+3,660)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    528425978091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass69,169 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    158300395460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail69,169 miles (+4,136)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    659350395047
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass65,033 miles (+3,798)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,033 miles
    Test number
    405356284010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,235 miles (+7,891)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,235 miles
    Test number
    746472093011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,344 miles (+9,536)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,344 miles
    Test number
    726453192087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,808 miles (+8,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,808 miles
    Test number
    709665851089
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  26. Pass35,806 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,806 miles
    Test number
    142337590482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,146 miles (+10,954)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,146 miles
    Test number
    991293950003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,192 miles
    Test number
    360958059041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 KVY

Does LA55 KVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 KVY is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 KVY?
The MOT on LA55 KVY is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 KVY done?
LA55 KVY was recorded at 136,029 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 6,442 miles a year.
Has LA55 KVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 KVY has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 KVY 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 KVY find?
LA55 KVY passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 2 more.

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