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Kia Sorento

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

LB04 XPRMOT history

LB04 XPR is a red diesel Kia Sorento first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 34,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2023
Mileage
34,421 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XPR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XPR was last recorded at 34,421 miles on 12 Mar 2022, 5,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2016: 32 miles, lower than 79,220 miles on 5 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
29,095 miles · 13 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
5,326 miles
Average per year
648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 34,421 miles
  • 2021 – 29,095 miles
  • 2020 – 25,823 miles
  • 2019 – 19,158 miles
  • 2018 – 12,561 miles
  • 2017 – 6,403 miles
  • 2016 – 32 miles
  • 2015 – 79,220 miles
  • 2014 – 72,901 miles
  • 2013 – 64,472 miles
  • 2012 – 57,907 miles
  • 2011 – 50,567 miles
  • 2010 – 44,503 miles
  • 2009 – 39,848 miles
  • 2008 – 36,647 miles
  • 2007 – 24,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,421 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering fluid level below minimum

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust corroded,rear mount rubber detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front + rear brake pipes starting corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brakes imbalance/distortion/wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Headlamps deteriorated/poor patterns

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,421 miles (+5,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    34,421 miles
    Test number
    629745016158
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass29,095 miles (+83)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    29,095 miles
    Test number
    635735135091
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded,rear mount rubber detached
    • AdvisoryFront + rear brake pipes starting corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalance/distortion/wear
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated/poor patterns
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f + o/s/r belts poor retraction
    • AdvisoryRear arch areas behind covers,chassis,inner sills,rear axle,suspension-corroded,both outer sills behind covers + n/s/f+ n/s/r inner sill holes
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  3. Fail29,012 miles (+3,189)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,012 miles
    Test number
    976571258134
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit tested to plate limit of 0.80,averaged 0.95 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded,rear mount rubber detached
    • AdvisoryFront + rear brake pipes starting corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront brakes imbalance/distortion/wear
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated/poor patterns
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f + o/s/r belts poor retraction
    • AdvisoryRear arch areas behind covers,chassis,inner sills,rear axle,suspension-corroded,both outer sills behind covers + n/s/f+ n/s/r inner sill holes
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  4. Pass25,823 miles (+6,665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    25,823 miles
    Test number
    134461420924
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION UNDER-SIDE.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass19,158 miles (+6,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    19,158 miles
    Test number
    558760198506
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass12,561 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    12,561 miles
    Test number
    973271292327
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to crack

  7. Fail12,561 miles (+6,158)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,561 miles
    Test number
    791990600333
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to crack

  8. Pass6,403 miles (+6,371)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    6,403 miles
    Test number
    471735315556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32 miles (-79,188)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32 miles
    Test number
    954643320602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,220 miles (+6,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,220 miles
    Test number
    125394265447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass72,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,901 miles
    Test number
    199870674405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,901 miles (+8,429)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,901 miles
    Test number
    535810674089
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass64,472 miles (+6,565)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,472 miles
    Test number
    498925463022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,907 miles
    Test number
    547613472090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,907 miles (+7,340)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,907 miles
    Test number
    299873672021
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  16. Pass50,567 miles (+6,064)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    50,567 miles
    Test number
    225807361095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,503 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,503 miles
    Test number
    170141470405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,848 miles (+3,201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,848 miles
    Test number
    123471979407
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear screen

  19. Pass36,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    214254078003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail36,647 miles (+11,827)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    412164178066
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass24,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,820 miles
    Test number
    623661647197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 XPR

Does LB04 XPR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 XPR expired on 13 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XPR?
The MOT on LB04 XPR expired on 13 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 XPR done?
LB04 XPR was recorded at 34,421 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2022, an average of 648 miles a year.
Has LB04 XPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XPR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 XPR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 XPR find?
LB04 XPR passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal; offside suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal.

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