Kia logo

Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB05 VTUMOT history

LB05 VTU is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 100,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2023
Mileage
100,669 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,828 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB05 VTU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VTU
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
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VTU was last recorded at 100,669 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 1,987 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,682 miles · 25 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,987 miles
Average per year
5,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,669 miles
  • 2021 – 98,682 miles
  • 2020 – 94,474 miles
  • 2019 – 87,358 miles
  • 2018 – 81,352 miles
  • 2017 – 74,923 miles
  • 2016 – 70,452 miles
  • 2015 – 65,012 miles
  • 2014 – 60,491 miles
  • 2013 – 52,663 miles
  • 2012 – 46,717 miles
  • 2011 – 40,954 miles
  • 2010 – 34,127 miles
  • 2009 – 26,649 miles
  • 2008 – 20,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,669 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 scored worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel artch ducked taped can not test what you can not see req tidy correct repair (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service all 4 brake uneven wear on pads copper grease free off (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisorySills floor chassi has general metal fatige clean grind back req future repairs through out been weled before req future weld brake pipes brake hoses all springs sup rubber wax oil grease now strong advise

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.

  • Wax oil to chassis to floor front to back

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,669 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    100,669 miles
    Test number
    610673254451
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 scored worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel artch ducked taped can not test what you can not see req tidy correct repair (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service all 4 brake uneven wear on pads copper grease free off (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySills floor chassi has general metal fatige clean grind back req future repairs through out been weled before req future weld brake pipes brake hoses all springs sup rubber wax oil grease now strong advise

  2. Fail100,669 miles (+1,987)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,669 miles
    Test number
    268053045326
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 scored worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel artch ducked taped can not test what you can not see req tidy correct repair (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service all 4 brake uneven wear on pads copper grease free off (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySills floor chassi has general metal fatige clean grind back req future repairs through out been weled before req future weld brake pipes brake hoses all springs sup rubber wax oil grease now strong advise

  3. Pass98,682 miles (+4,208)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,682 miles
    Test number
    593421614647
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryWax oil to chassis to floor front to back

  4. Pass94,474 miles (+7,116)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,474 miles
    Test number
    382481969127
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaytor (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer and inner sills both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWax oil to chassis to floor front to back

  5. Pass87,358 miles (+6,006)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,358 miles
    Test number
    598770481528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,352 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,352 miles
    Test number
    695944786624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,294 miles (+6,371)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,294 miles
    Test number
    158732275046
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  8. Pass74,923 miles (+4,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,923 miles
    Test number
    891509933133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass70,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,452 miles
    Test number
    717360917102
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  10. Fail70,452 miles (+5,440)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,452 miles
    Test number
    739447155678
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp plastic deteriorated/opaque
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass65,012 miles (+4,521)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,012 miles
    Test number
    421096056304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,491 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,491 miles
    Test number
    438873884203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,938 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,938 miles
    Test number
    626489604247
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail59,938 miles (+7,275)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,938 miles
    Test number
    699709904265
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass52,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,663 miles
    Test number
    105027613236
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail52,660 miles (+5,943)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,660 miles
    Test number
    536517313219
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,717 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,717 miles
    Test number
    907666822259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,954 miles (+6,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,954 miles
    Test number
    989548571192
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    992691580108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,127 miles (+7,478)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    913311680123
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass26,649 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,649 miles
    Test number
    924497679191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,648 miles (+6,298)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,648 miles
    Test number
    674546679109
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass20,350 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,350 miles
    Test number
    963034068142
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteParking brake lever reserve travel needs adjustment.

Questions about LB05 VTU

Does LB05 VTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VTU expired on 25 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VTU?
The MOT on LB05 VTU expired on 25 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VTU done?
LB05 VTU was recorded at 100,669 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 5,828 miles a year.
Has LB05 VTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VTU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 VTU 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 VTU find?
LB05 VTU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 scored worn; nearside rear body not fully secure wheel artch ducked taped can not test what you can not see req tidy correct repair; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB05V registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.