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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB06 EAYMOT history

LB06 EAY is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 3 Aug 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2024
Mileage
130,023 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 EAY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 EAY was last recorded at 130,023 miles on 11 Aug 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,021 miles · 8 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,023 miles
  • 2022 – 123,622 miles
  • 2021 – 117,348 miles
  • 2020 – 111,877 miles
  • 2019 – 106,375 miles
  • 2018 – 99,027 miles
  • 2017 – 90,830 miles
  • 2016 – 82,923 miles
  • 2015 – 75,574 miles
  • 2014 – 67,281 miles
  • 2013 – 59,274 miles
  • 2012 – 52,281 miles
  • 2011 – 44,183 miles
  • 2010 – 33,414 miles
  • 2009 – 25,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,023 miles
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBody corrosion along sills n/s & o/s not adversely affected stability or brakingRecorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Underside vehicle and components rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Both rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,023 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    130,023 miles
    Test number
    683248832596
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion along sills n/s & o/s not adversely affected stability or braking

  2. Fail130,021 miles (+6,399)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,021 miles
    Test number
    340214510695
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody corrosion along sills n/s & o/s not adversely affected stability or braking

  3. Pass123,622 miles (+6,274)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,622 miles
    Test number
    970036871483
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component arm (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pump has slight seepage Arm (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass117,348 miles (+6)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    713251034882
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack boots have misting of oil
    • AdvisoryExhaust is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHandbrake as free play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (replace soon) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded/rusty

  5. Fail117,342 miles (+5,465)2 dangerous4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,342 miles
    Test number
    983760468623
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth steering rack boots have misting of oil
    • AdvisoryExhaust is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHandbrake as free play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (replace soon) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded/rusty

  6. Pass111,877 miles (+6)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,877 miles
    Test number
    735155269241
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront mist of oil both sides steering rack boots
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower both sides shock absorber dust shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle and components rusty

  7. Fail111,871 miles (+5,496)1 dangerous3 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,871 miles
    Test number
    898021147435
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront mist of oil both sides steering rack boots
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower both sides shock absorber dust shields deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle and components rusty

  8. Pass106,375 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,375 miles
    Test number
    760561574461
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights are a bit dim
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre is wearing on the inside edge

  9. Fail106,369 miles (+7,342)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,369 miles
    Test number
    833848820246
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights are a bit dim
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre is wearing on the inside edge

  10. Pass99,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,027 miles
    Test number
    755223122425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake effort low compared to offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail99,022 miles (+8,192)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,022 miles
    Test number
    538659304913
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear park brake effort low compared to offside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass90,830 miles (+177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,830 miles
    Test number
    690563854541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryUnder side vehicle and components rusty

  13. Fail90,653 miles (+7,730)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,653 miles
    Test number
    945534689285
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod insecure axle corroded bad and mounting broken away (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle and components rusty / brake pipes slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass82,923 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,923 miles
    Test number
    731633973813
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner rack end joint slight play / wear
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% centre (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryMist of oil around o/s steering rack boot
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle and components rusty

  15. Fail82,919 miles (+7,345)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,919 miles
    Test number
    158697967642
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner rack end joint slight play / wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% centre (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryMist of oil around o/s steering rack boot
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle and components rusty

  16. Pass75,574 miles (+8,293)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,574 miles
    Test number
    329180815467
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated / centre hanger detached

  17. Pass67,281 miles (+8,007)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,281 miles
    Test number
    449533404260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass59,274 miles (+6,993)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,274 miles
    Test number
    277056403237
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight misting of oil on steering rack boot o/side

  19. Pass52,281 miles (+8,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,281 miles
    Test number
    856126612207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass44,183 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,183 miles
    Test number
    619480121291
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteLight misting of oil around steering rack pinion etc

  21. Fail44,179 miles (+10,765)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,179 miles
    Test number
    676800921209
    • FailureBrake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteLight misting of oil around steering rack pinion etc

  22. Pass33,414 miles (+7,614)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,414 miles
    Test number
    343647310412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  23. Pass25,800 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,800 miles
    Test number
    374228819248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,755 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,755 miles
    Test number
    802176519258
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB06 EAY

Does LB06 EAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 EAY expired on 10 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 EAY?
The MOT on LB06 EAY expired on 10 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 EAY done?
LB06 EAY was recorded at 130,023 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2023, an average of 7,438 miles a year.
Has LB06 EAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 EAY has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB06 EAY 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 LB06 EAY find?
LB06 EAY passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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