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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB05 LNPMOT history

LB05 LNP is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,884 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 LNP
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 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 LNP was last recorded at 114,884 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 643 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,241 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
643 miles
Average per year
4,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,884 miles
  • 2025 – 114,241 miles
  • 2024 – 111,715 miles
  • 2022 – 109,393 miles
  • 2021 – 108,434 miles
  • 2020 – 106,913 miles
  • 2019 – 105,718 miles
  • 2018 – 104,989 miles
  • 2017 – 103,260 miles
  • 2016 – 98,251 miles
  • 2015 – 85,775 miles
  • 2014 – 76,325 miles
  • 2013 – 68,174 miles
  • 2012 – 62,968 miles
  • 2011 – 56,874 miles
  • 2010 – 48,056 miles
  • 2009 – 39,293 miles
  • 2008 – 30,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,884 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis and cross members (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components/axle corroded, not seriously weakened
  • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes heavily greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked and nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cross members have onset of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Axle, steering and suspension components corroding, not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,884 miles (+643)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,884 miles
    Test number
    234711650470
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis and cross members (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steering and suspension components/axle corroded, not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  2. Pass114,241 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,241 miles
    Test number
    211915990100
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked and nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cross members have onset of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle, steering and suspension components corroding, not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroding - outer covers obscuring full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  3. Fail114,241 miles (+2,526)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,241 miles
    Test number
    531271694545
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily cracked and nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cross members have onset of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle, steering and suspension components corroding, not seriously weakened
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroding - outer covers obscuring full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  4. Pass111,715 miles (+2,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,715 miles
    Test number
    122147204634
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust flange heavily corroded

  5. Pass109,393 miles (+959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    109,393 miles
    Test number
    427949032686
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass108,434 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,434 miles
    Test number
    372662049043
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes protected with grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber perished. (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail108,433 miles (+1,520)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,433 miles
    Test number
    813382442979
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure middle exhaust bracket corroded off. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill to floor. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement rear axle equalizing lever siezed not allowing n/s to work. (1.1.15 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes protected with grease. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber perished. (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass106,913 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,913 miles
    Test number
    341215959874
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  9. Fail106,912 miles (+1,194)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,912 miles
    Test number
    899202025786
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  10. Pass105,718 miles (+729)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,718 miles
    Test number
    592789274135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass104,989 miles (+1,729)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    104,989 miles
    Test number
    936442776495
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security General chassis corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  12. Pass103,260 miles (+5,009)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,260 miles
    Test number
    455729328399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,251 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,251 miles
    Test number
    548059995833
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail98,251 miles (+12,476)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,251 miles
    Test number
    670403731722
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass85,775 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,775 miles
    Test number
    538565452546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,770 miles (+9,445)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,770 miles
    Test number
    456070473336
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)

  17. Pass76,325 miles (+3,418)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,325 miles
    Test number
    839073624398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,907 miles (+4,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,907 miles
    Test number
    266861924352
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass68,174 miles (+5,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,174 miles
    Test number
    565770383268
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass62,968 miles (+6,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,968 miles
    Test number
    955217272295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass56,874 miles (+8,818)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,874 miles
    Test number
    195496971209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,056 miles (+8,763)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,056 miles
    Test number
    150225020207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,293 miles (+8,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,293 miles
    Test number
    433210889158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,407 miles
    Test number
    432365888111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 LNP

Does LB05 LNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 LNP is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 LNP?
The MOT on LB05 LNP is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 LNP done?
LB05 LNP was recorded at 114,884 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 4,813 miles a year.
Has LB05 LNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 LNP has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 LNP 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 LNP find?
LB05 LNP passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills, and 6 more.

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