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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,500 cc

LB53 AVTMOT history

LB53 AVT is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 27 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
82,645 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AVT was last recorded at 82,645 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,522 miles · 27 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
3,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,645 miles
  • 2021 – 82,522 miles
  • 2020 – 77,074 miles
  • 2019 – 69,497 miles
  • 2018 – 62,523 miles
  • 2017 – 57,260 miles
  • 2016 – 53,856 miles
  • 2015 – 51,884 miles
  • 2014 – 47,856 miles
  • 2013 – 43,980 miles
  • 2012 – 40,882 miles
  • 2011 – 37,036 miles
  • 2010 – 33,832 miles
  • 2009 – 30,574 miles
  • 2008 – 25,616 miles
  • 2007 – 20,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,645 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,645 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    82,645 miles
    Test number
    819018233627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,522 miles (+5,448)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,522 miles
    Test number
    138263118483
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both floor to sills/both outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength both floor to sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake flexis corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off broke (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat

  3. Pass77,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    527999763179
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,074 miles (+7,577)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    987831863234
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,497 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    754054883648
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail69,497 miles (+6,974)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    388518298675
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded To rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass62,523 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,523 miles
    Test number
    380663639329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,508 miles (+5,248)1 dangerous11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,508 miles
    Test number
    449382864736
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass57,260 miles (+3,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,260 miles
    Test number
    778866335968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass53,856 miles (+1,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,856 miles
    Test number
    746607543356
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted o/s/r (unable to inspect adult belt properly)
    • AdvisoryNo tow ball fitted on test

  11. Pass51,884 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,884 miles
    Test number
    137357525015
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail51,884 miles (+4,028)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,884 miles
    Test number
    508646825071
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass47,856 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    47,856 miles
    Test number
    925567524025
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail47,856 miles (+3,876)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,856 miles
    Test number
    947364724020
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWheel vibration when driving

  15. Pass43,980 miles (+46)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,980 miles
    Test number
    106059923478
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Fail43,934 miles (+3,052)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,934 miles
    Test number
    688495023045
    • FailureBrake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass40,882 miles (+3,846)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,882 miles
    Test number
    246635822028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass37,036 miles (+3,204)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,036 miles
    Test number
    129664921420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,832 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,832 miles
    Test number
    520396920033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,574 miles
    Test number
    354126029017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,574 miles (+4,958)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,574 miles
    Test number
    522256129000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass25,616 miles (+5,248)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,616 miles
    Test number
    684345128038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,368 miles
    Test number
    822936017060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AVT

Does LB53 AVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 AVT expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AVT?
The MOT on LB53 AVT expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 AVT done?
LB53 AVT was recorded at 82,645 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 3,750 miles a year.
Has LB53 AVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AVT has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 AVT 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 LB53 AVT find?
LB53 AVT passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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