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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB05 CHNMOT history

LB05 CHN is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
99,556 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 CHN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 CHN was last recorded at 99,556 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 1,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,255 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,301 miles
Average per year
3,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,556 miles
  • 2025 – 98,255 miles
  • 2024 – 96,505 miles
  • 2023 – 93,118 miles
  • 2022 – 91,231 miles
  • 2021 – 89,177 miles
  • 2020 – 86,355 miles
  • 2019 – 83,813 miles
  • 2018 – 82,790 miles
  • 2017 – 81,106 miles
  • 2016 – 79,193 miles
  • 2015 – 77,842 miles
  • 2014 – 75,268 miles
  • 2013 – 72,993 miles
  • 2012 – 66,038 miles
  • 2011 – 57,813 miles
  • 2010 – 49,292 miles
  • 2009 – 41,175 miles
  • 2008 – 32,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,556 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront bottom ball joint dust covers deteriorating
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both splitting

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Side repeaters becoming discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,556 miles (+1,301)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    99,556 miles
    Test number
    650873792135
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bottom ball joint dust covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass98,255 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,255 miles
    Test number
    932752401663
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail98,255 miles (+1,750)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,255 miles
    Test number
    653181912761
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass96,505 miles (+3,387)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,505 miles
    Test number
    589215921143
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass93,118 miles (+1,887)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,118 miles
    Test number
    685487459378
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both splitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass91,231 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,231 miles
    Test number
    108517912251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail91,172 miles (+1,995)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,172 miles
    Test number
    727713839241
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass89,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,177 miles
    Test number
    891125014281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,171 miles (+2,816)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,171 miles
    Test number
    410939551829
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass86,355 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,355 miles
    Test number
    719987589243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,813 miles (+1,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    83,813 miles
    Test number
    644447208153
    • AdvisorySide repeaters becoming discoloured

  12. Pass82,790 miles (+1,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,790 miles
    Test number
    550349454359
    • AdvisorySide repeaters becoming discoloured

  13. Pass81,106 miles (+94)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,106 miles
    Test number
    114718670771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,012 miles (+1,819)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,012 miles
    Test number
    948458825704
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass79,193 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    899910649021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,188 miles (+1,346)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,188 miles
    Test number
    628462912417
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights in poor condition

  17. Pass77,842 miles (+2,574)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,842 miles
    Test number
    545484395111
    • NoteBeam patterns becoming vague
    • NoteHeadlights in poor condition

  18. Pass75,268 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,268 miles
    Test number
    185435484114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,993 miles (+6,955)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,993 miles
    Test number
    509823883112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,038 miles (+8,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,038 miles
    Test number
    385541902210
    • NoteGear lever insecure

  21. Pass57,813 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,813 miles
    Test number
    478913991104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,748 miles (+8,456)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,748 miles
    Test number
    649072691158
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  23. Pass49,292 miles (+8,117)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,292 miles
    Test number
    802298980169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  24. Pass41,175 miles (+8,270)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,175 miles
    Test number
    872268989199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,905 miles
    Test number
    674520518282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 CHN

Does LB05 CHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 CHN is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 CHN?
The MOT on LB05 CHN is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 CHN done?
LB05 CHN was recorded at 99,556 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,711 miles a year.
Has LB05 CHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 CHN has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 CHN 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 CHN find?
LB05 CHN passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front bottom ball joint dust covers deteriorating; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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