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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB54 YYTMOT history

LB54 YYT is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 27 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,505 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 YYT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 YYT was last recorded at 129,505 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 2,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,603 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,902 miles
Average per year
5,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,505 miles
  • 2024 – 126,603 miles
  • 2023 – 124,453 miles
  • 2022 – 123,076 miles
  • 2021 – 121,604 miles
  • 2020 – 120,959 miles
  • 2019 – 118,713 miles
  • 2018 – 115,857 miles
  • 2017 – 111,399 miles
  • 2016 – 107,544 miles
  • 2015 – 104,511 miles
  • 2014 – 100,171 miles
  • 2013 – 94,389 miles
  • 2012 – 83,752 miles
  • 2011 – 73,756 miles
  • 2010 – 59,443 miles
  • 2009 – 45,141 miles
  • 2008 – 32,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,505 miles
  • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder body, suspension components rubber sealed

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.

  • Engine covers & undertrays fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,505 miles (+2,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,505 miles
    Test number
    270828946958
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body, suspension components rubber sealed
  2. Fail126,603 miles (+2,150)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,603 miles
    Test number
    166492995269
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured snapped off chassis (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChassis under sealed
  3. Pass124,453 miles (+1,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,453 miles
    Test number
    512194522940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass123,076 miles (+1,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,076 miles
    Test number
    636721836888
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass121,604 miles (+645)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,604 miles
    Test number
    190089959053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  6. Pass120,959 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,959 miles
    Test number
    317686715538
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill back corroded and holed but not in perscribed area of seat belt
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  7. Fail120,943 miles (+2,230)5 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,943 miles
    Test number
    507225340334
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board no rear pipe from axle back (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged snapped (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in under seal along chassis and n/s/r over axle. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on exposed chassis and body.
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in under seal.
  8. Pass118,713 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    118,713 miles
    Test number
    262975407057
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront sump guard corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inn sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill poor repair
  9. Fail118,691 miles (+2,834)5 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,691 miles
    Test number
    921856846186
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system main front to rear above chassis (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush O/S and N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront sump guard corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inn sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front cv joint worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill poor repair
  10. Pass115,857 miles (+49)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    115,857 miles
    Test number
    706592434240
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  11. Fail115,808 miles (+4,409)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,808 miles
    Test number
    593237298833
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  12. Pass111,399 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,399 miles
    Test number
    579455853153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  13. Fail111,378 miles (+3,834)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,378 miles
    Test number
    941389533409
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  14. Pass107,544 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    107,544 miles
    Test number
    384508915065
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside steering arm
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  15. Fail107,529 miles (+3,018)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,529 miles
    Test number
    679549442334
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside steering arm
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  16. Pass104,511 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    104,511 miles
    Test number
    627513465120
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail104,509 miles (+4,338)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,509 miles
    Test number
    169772965196
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass100,171 miles (+5,782)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,171 miles
    Test number
    327543844129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass94,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,389 miles
    Test number
    926199243146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail94,389 miles (+10,637)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,389 miles
    Test number
    336078243143
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  21. Pass83,752 miles (+9,996)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,752 miles
    Test number
    119237212176
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNear side and off side front wishbone rubber bushes worn but not to excess.
  22. Pass73,756 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,756 miles
    Test number
    166565341100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail73,756 miles (+14,313)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,756 miles
    Test number
    217254641468
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass59,443 miles (+339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,443 miles
    Test number
    431004820169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  25. Fail59,104 miles (+13,963)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,104 miles
    Test number
    410407810173
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  26. Pass45,141 miles (+3,712)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,141 miles
    Test number
    773912549159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,429 miles (+8,950)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,429 miles
    Test number
    610706229096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,479 miles
    Test number
    120005818461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 YYT

Does LB54 YYT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 YYT is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 YYT?
The MOT on LB54 YYT is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 YYT done?
LB54 YYT was recorded at 129,505 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 5,343 miles a year.
Has LB54 YYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 YYT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 YYT 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 LB54 YYT find?
LB54 YYT passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all chassis; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; under body, suspension components rubber sealed.

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