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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB05 CEXMOT history

LB05 CEX is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 128,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
128,167 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 CEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 CEX was last recorded at 128,167 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3,849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,318 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,849 miles
Average per year
5,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,167 miles
  • 2025 – 124,318 miles
  • 2024 – 118,427 miles
  • 2019 – 115,924 miles
  • 2018 – 109,551 miles
  • 2017 – 102,963 miles
  • 2016 – 91,706 miles
  • 2015 – 81,531 miles
  • 2014 – 72,748 miles
  • 2013 – 68,508 miles
  • 2012 – 59,130 miles
  • 2011 – 49,134 miles
  • 2010 – 39,566 miles
  • 2009 – 32,003 miles
  • 2008 – 24,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,167 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Surface corrosion in underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,167 miles (+3,849)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,167 miles
    Test number
    243817896312
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass124,318 miles (+5,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,318 miles
    Test number
    140723929407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in underside of vehicle

  3. Pass118,427 miles (+2,503)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,427 miles
    Test number
    181324382790
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in underside of vehicle

  4. Pass115,924 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,924 miles
    Test number
    926068412901
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail115,924 miles (+6,373)2 dangerous3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,924 miles
    Test number
    511570872367
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass109,551 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,551 miles
    Test number
    636423915562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake effort reduced. may require repair or adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door handle insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp deteriorated effecting headlamp aim

  7. Fail109,551 miles (+6,588)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,551 miles
    Test number
    204547177111
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake effort reduced. may require repair or adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door handle insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside head lamp deteriorated effecting headlamp aim

  8. Pass102,963 miles (+11,257)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    102,963 miles
    Test number
    607905108941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,706 miles (+10,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,706 miles
    Test number
    925201405093
    • AdvisoryCorosion to under body

  10. Pass81,531 miles (+8,783)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    81,531 miles
    Test number
    155056205052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    188766854188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,748 miles (+4,240)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    308866154102
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Fail68,508 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,508 miles
    Test number
    419852253157
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass68,508 miles (+9,378)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,508 miles
    Test number
    838792953196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,130 miles (+9,996)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,130 miles
    Test number
    795183052196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,134 miles (+9,568)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,134 miles
    Test number
    396761741198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,566 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,566 miles
    Test number
    411124040111
    • 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)

  18. Fail39,566 miles (+7,563)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,566 miles
    Test number
    631784040140
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  19. Pass32,003 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,003 miles
    Test number
    310586259120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,905 miles (+7,838)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,905 miles
    Test number
    321243559145
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass24,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,067 miles
    Test number
    964674658117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 CEX

Does LB05 CEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 CEX is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 CEX?
The MOT on LB05 CEX is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 CEX done?
LB05 CEX was recorded at 128,167 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 5,673 miles a year.
Has LB05 CEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 CEX has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 CEX 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 LB05 CEX find?
LB05 CEX failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 3 more.

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