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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB06 FAJMOT history

LB06 FAJ is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 8 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 87,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,000 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 FAJ
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
8 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 FAJ was last recorded at 87,000 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 2,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,980 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,020 miles
Average per year
3,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,000 miles
  • 2025 – 84,980 miles
  • 2024 – 82,185 miles
  • 2023 – 79,171 miles
  • 2022 – 75,937 miles
  • 2021 – 73,369 miles
  • 2020 – 71,021 miles
  • 2019 – 65,443 miles
  • 2018 – 59,363 miles
  • 2017 – 54,447 miles
  • 2016 – 50,343 miles
  • 2015 – 46,228 miles
  • 2014 – 42,873 miles
  • 2013 – 38,271 miles
  • 2012 – 35,077 miles
  • 2011 – 30,588 miles
  • 2010 – 24,726 miles
  • 2009 – 20,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,000 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defectiveRecorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,000 miles (+2,020)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,000 miles
    Test number
    455189747576
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  2. Pass84,980 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    84,980 miles
    Test number
    241373496874
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  3. Fail84,980 miles (+2,795)6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,980 miles
    Test number
    738809423015
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Pass82,185 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,185 miles
    Test number
    501132693958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of seat belt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail82,185 miles (+3,014)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,185 miles
    Test number
    233644379517
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corroded but not within 30cm of seat belt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass79,171 miles (+3,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    492292703491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass75,937 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    75,937 miles
    Test number
    679864539191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,924 miles (+2,555)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,924 miles
    Test number
    458719854027
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    73,369 miles
    Test number
    743971270118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,369 miles (+2,348)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,369 miles
    Test number
    763763211756
    • MajorNearside Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,021 miles (+5,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    71,021 miles
    Test number
    113714637959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,443 miles (+6,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,443 miles
    Test number
    760699032084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass59,363 miles (+4,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,363 miles
    Test number
    642765648570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass54,447 miles (+4,104)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,447 miles
    Test number
    121537470820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,343 miles (+4,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,343 miles
    Test number
    971211038884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding slightly

  16. Pass46,228 miles (+3,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,228 miles
    Test number
    427096645113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass42,873 miles (+4,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,873 miles
    Test number
    255604134178
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass38,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,271 miles
    Test number
    497827853157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail38,271 miles (+3,194)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,271 miles
    Test number
    499067953165
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass35,077 miles (+4,489)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,077 miles
    Test number
    727015242147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,588 miles (+5,862)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,588 miles
    Test number
    707393941197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber mounting split/perished
    • NoteSlight play in rear anti roll bar mounting bushes

  22. Pass24,726 miles (+4,594)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,726 miles
    Test number
    350624840145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    20,132 miles
    Test number
    972508549173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 FAJ

Does LB06 FAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 FAJ is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 FAJ?
The MOT on LB06 FAJ is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 FAJ done?
LB06 FAJ was recorded at 87,000 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 3,969 miles a year.
Has LB06 FAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 FAJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 FAJ 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 FAJ find?
LB06 FAJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 7 more.

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