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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,497 cc

LB08 DDEMOT history

LB08 DDE is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 106,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2025
Mileage
106,820 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DDE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2025
Latest MOT test
1 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DDE was last recorded at 106,820 miles on 1 May 2024, 7,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,042 miles · 11 May 2023
Between the last two tests
7,778 miles
Average per year
6,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,820 miles
  • 2023 – 99,042 miles
  • 2022 – 93,295 miles
  • 2021 – 85,789 miles
  • 2020 – 80,580 miles
  • 2019 – 72,244 miles
  • 2018 – 60,413 miles
  • 2017 – 47,050 miles
  • 2016 – 35,358 miles
  • 2015 – 33,571 miles
  • 2014 – 30,446 miles
  • 2013 – 26,627 miles
  • 2012 – 20,799 miles
  • 2011 – 17,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,820 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,820 miles (+7,778)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,820 miles
    Test number
    314413519883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass99,042 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,042 miles
    Test number
    867950128224
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail99,041 miles (+5,746)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,041 miles
    Test number
    228743104599
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass93,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    93,295 miles
    Test number
    193232399935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,295 miles (+7,506)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,295 miles
    Test number
    630304792642
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass85,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    85,789 miles
    Test number
    952296479737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,789 miles (+5,209)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,789 miles
    Test number
    887049716673
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,580 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    80,580 miles
    Test number
    172296191501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,569 miles (+8,325)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,569 miles
    Test number
    505552987877
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded x3 (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass72,244 miles (+11,831)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,244 miles
    Test number
    982658469362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,413 miles (+13,363)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,413 miles
    Test number
    856418709202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,050 miles (+11,692)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,050 miles
    Test number
    900635312533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,358 miles (+1,787)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,358 miles
    Test number
    341924696705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,571 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,571 miles
    Test number
    438011832958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fuel pipe slightly damaged pinched by side step bracket (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail33,562 miles (+3,116)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,562 miles
    Test number
    175404725225
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly damaged (7.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack/perish

  16. Pass30,446 miles (+3,819)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    266306894497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,627 miles (+5,828)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,627 miles
    Test number
    939284283127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,799 miles (+3,710)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,799 miles
    Test number
    296411732164
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass17,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,089 miles
    Test number
    289101131426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 DDE

Does LB08 DDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 DDE expired on 11 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DDE?
The MOT on LB08 DDE expired on 11 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 DDE done?
LB08 DDE was recorded at 106,820 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2024, an average of 6,916 miles a year.
Has LB08 DDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DDE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 DDE 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 LB08 DDE find?
LB08 DDE passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill; offside front side repeater slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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