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Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB55 AFZMOT history

LB55 AFZ is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 10 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,382 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 AFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 AFZ was last recorded at 123,382 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 3,828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,554 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,828 miles
Average per year
6,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,382 miles
  • 2024 – 119,554 miles
  • 2023 – 111,676 miles
  • 2018 – 99,283 miles
  • 2017 – 91,048 miles
  • 2016 – 86,048 miles
  • 2015 – 70,361 miles
  • 2014 – 59,399 miles
  • 2013 – 46,497 miles
  • 2011 – 40,151 miles
  • 2010 – 31,303 miles
  • 2009 – 21,898 miles
  • 2008 – 15,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,382 miles
  • AdvisoryAll underbody including chassis has age related corrosion and painted

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,382 miles (+3,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,382 miles
    Test number
    520506636061
    • AdvisoryAll underbody including chassis has age related corrosion and painted

  2. Pass119,554 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,554 miles
    Test number
    237176062956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail119,456 miles (+7,780)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,456 miles
    Test number
    682352590976
    • MajorExhaust system insecure middle exhaust rubber (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass111,676 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,676 miles
    Test number
    303939977796
    • AdvisoryFull chassis and sub frame under sealed
    • AdvisoryFull underbody undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail111,676 miles (+12,393)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,676 miles
    Test number
    337288147391
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull chassis and sub frame under sealed
    • AdvisoryFull underbody undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass99,283 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    99,283 miles
    Test number
    602932696269
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail99,283 miles (+8,235)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,283 miles
    Test number
    454199849221
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass91,048 miles (+5,000)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    91,048 miles
    Test number
    898408616895
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass86,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,048 miles
    Test number
    345770068752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,048 miles (+5,855)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,048 miles
    Test number
    300756913172
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush offside and nearside D bushes (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass80,193 miles (+9,832)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,193 miles
    Test number
    594346519527
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass70,361 miles (+10,962)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,361 miles
    Test number
    247664415032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,399 miles (+12,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,399 miles
    Test number
    439196814012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass46,497 miles (+6,346)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    46,497 miles
    Test number
    129363623034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,151 miles
    Test number
    275439641373
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail40,151 miles (+8,848)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,151 miles
    Test number
    289319741361
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass31,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,303 miles
    Test number
    912545050335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,303 miles (+9,405)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,303 miles
    Test number
    281785650389
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail21,898 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,898 miles
    Test number
    644050499269
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass21,898 miles (+6,693)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,898 miles
    Test number
    974880799294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,205 miles
    Test number
    343144398267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 AFZ

Does LB55 AFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 AFZ is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 AFZ?
The MOT on LB55 AFZ is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 AFZ done?
LB55 AFZ was recorded at 123,382 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 6,377 miles a year.
Has LB55 AFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 AFZ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 AFZ 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 LB55 AFZ find?
LB55 AFZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: all underbody including chassis has age related corrosion and painted.

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