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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,199 cc

LB13 TLUMOT history

LB13 TLU is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 6 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 135,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
135,643 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB13 TLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
6 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB13 TLU was last recorded at 135,643 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 7,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,652 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,991 miles
Average per year
10,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,643 miles
  • 2025 – 127,652 miles
  • 2024 – 119,374 miles
  • 2023 – 111,186 miles
  • 2022 – 106,100 miles
  • 2021 – 96,508 miles
  • 2020 – 88,278 miles
  • 2019 – 77,318 miles
  • 2018 – 64,238 miles
  • 2017 – 48,187 miles
  • 2016 – 29,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,643 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear diff weeping

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,643 miles (+7,991)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    135,643 miles
    Test number
    694611300305
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping
  2. Pass127,652 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,652 miles
    Test number
    707058701553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail127,551 miles (+8,177)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,551 miles
    Test number
    382981405057
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  4. Pass119,374 miles (+8,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    119,374 miles
    Test number
    834246560163
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass111,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,186 miles
    Test number
    287057664665
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail111,186 miles (+5,086)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,186 miles
    Test number
    823270320140
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass106,100 miles (+9,592)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,100 miles
    Test number
    394252418200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front transfer rear output area wet with oil, has a drip and has been thrown around surrounding area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective offside front diff mount bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential is wet with oil and has a drip (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass96,508 miles (+8,230)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,508 miles
    Test number
    592265530847
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view large crack to windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential coupling wet with oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass88,278 miles (+10,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,278 miles
    Test number
    353649951623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass77,318 miles (+13,080)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,318 miles
    Test number
    940223155384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,238 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,238 miles
    Test number
    286859801610
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  12. Fail64,238 miles (+16,051)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,238 miles
    Test number
    647483251877
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  13. Pass48,187 miles (+18,513)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,187 miles
    Test number
    628043954984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,674 miles
    Test number
    299774818911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB13 TLU

Does LB13 TLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB13 TLU is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB13 TLU?
The MOT on LB13 TLU is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB13 TLU done?
LB13 TLU was recorded at 135,643 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 10,725 miles a year.
Has LB13 TLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB13 TLU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB13 TLU 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 LB13 TLU find?
LB13 TLU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear diff weeping.

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