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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,497 cc

LB08 HFTMOT history

LB08 HFT is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 108,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,410 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 HFT
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
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 HFT was last recorded at 108,410 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,409 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,410 miles
  • 2025 – 102,955 miles
  • 2024 – 97,543 miles
  • 2023 – 84,318 miles
  • 2022 – 75,786 miles
  • 2021 – 72,213 miles
  • 2020 – 61,889 miles
  • 2019 – 59,002 miles
  • 2018 – 53,901 miles
  • 2017 – 48,721 miles
  • 2016 – 47,247 miles
  • 2015 – 43,523 miles
  • 2014 – 39,374 miles
  • 2013 – 35,306 miles
  • 2012 – 28,886 miles
  • 2011 – 21,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,410 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,410 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,410 miles
    Test number
    783911080946
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail108,409 miles (+5,454)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,409 miles
    Test number
    920052930895
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass102,955 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,955 miles
    Test number
    806540369551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not weakened (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not weakened (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail102,955 miles (+5,412)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,955 miles
    Test number
    917549212442
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not weakened (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill corroded but not weakened (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,543 miles (+13,225)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,543 miles
    Test number
    110225245110
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at joiner in o/s/f wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear chassis/subframe

  6. Pass84,318 miles (+334)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,318 miles
    Test number
    963545374077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail83,984 miles (+8,198)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,984 miles
    Test number
    102686237704
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass75,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,786 miles
    Test number
    439005291667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,786 miles (+3,573)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,786 miles
    Test number
    531261302607
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass72,213 miles (+10,324)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,213 miles
    Test number
    720429357610
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,889 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,889 miles
    Test number
    562739082031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,002 miles (+5,101)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,002 miles
    Test number
    148500122221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,901 miles (+5,180)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    53,901 miles
    Test number
    916860594404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,721 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    313193824347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,247 miles (+3,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    47,247 miles
    Test number
    174644518929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,523 miles (+4,149)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,523 miles
    Test number
    335196825125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,374 miles (+4,068)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,374 miles
    Test number
    236243434452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,306 miles (+6,420)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,306 miles
    Test number
    557441153139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,886 miles (+7,767)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,886 miles
    Test number
    328456352138
    • NoteAdvice n/s and o/s front tyres on wear indicators
    • NoteAdvice n/s rear tyre on wear indicator

  20. Pass21,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,119 miles
    Test number
    446251731199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 HFT

Does LB08 HFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 HFT is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 HFT?
The MOT on LB08 HFT is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 HFT done?
LB08 HFT was recorded at 108,410 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 5,720 miles a year.
Has LB08 HFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 HFT has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 HFT 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 HFT find?
LB08 HFT passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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