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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB55 ZHTMOT history

LB55 ZHT is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 1 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 132,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2025
Mileage
132,210 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 ZHT
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
1 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 ZHT was last recorded at 132,210 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 1,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,375 miles · 19 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,835 miles
Average per year
5,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,210 miles
  • 2024 – 130,375 miles
  • 2023 – 128,521 miles
  • 2022 – 125,390 miles
  • 2021 – 120,121 miles
  • 2020 – 119,180 miles
  • 2019 – 118,155 miles
  • 2018 – 114,280 miles
  • 2017 – 111,711 miles
  • 2016 – 107,281 miles
  • 2015 – 97,282 miles
  • 2014 – 85,047 miles
  • 2013 – 74,650 miles
  • 2012 – 66,293 miles
  • 2011 – 57,605 miles
  • 2010 – 47,868 miles
  • 2009 – 38,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,210 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight oil leak (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,210 miles (+1,835)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,210 miles
    Test number
    335901882487
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight oil leak (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,375 miles (+1,854)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    130,375 miles
    Test number
    344440682562
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Around steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has cracks on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,521 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,521 miles
    Test number
    344195022859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail128,490 miles (+3,100)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,490 miles
    Test number
    833440844428
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Section of exhaust missing unable to insert test equipment (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,390 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,390 miles
    Test number
    506054448882
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front steering rack inner joint

  6. Fail125,385 miles (+5,264)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,385 miles
    Test number
    176095517801
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front steering rack inner joint

  7. Pass120,121 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    120,121 miles
    Test number
    569990385514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,091 miles (+911)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,091 miles
    Test number
    124819799444
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle tie bar mounting bracket excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear axle tie bar mounting bracket excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass119,180 miles (+1,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,180 miles
    Test number
    364550655546
    • AdvisorySome weep of fluid from offside and nearside steering rack boots.

  10. Pass118,155 miles (+3,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,155 miles
    Test number
    698491731909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp beam pattern just visible.

  11. Pass114,280 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,280 miles
    Test number
    409673221118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass111,711 miles (+4,430)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    111,711 miles
    Test number
    794690511387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,281 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,281 miles
    Test number
    741634837618
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rack arm
    • AdvisorySlight weep from o/s rack boot

  14. Fail107,281 miles (+9,999)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,281 miles
    Test number
    571788088965
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s rack arm
    • AdvisorySlight weep from o/s rack boot

  15. Pass97,282 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,282 miles
    Test number
    208610355011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres worrn on edges 255-55-18
    • NoteO/s rack boot has slight leak

  16. Fail97,282 miles (+12,235)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,282 miles
    Test number
    905600855077
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront tyres worrn on edges 255-55-18
    • NoteO/s rack boot has slight leak

  17. Pass85,047 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,047 miles
    Test number
    149352554408
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail85,047 miles (+10,397)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,047 miles
    Test number
    965762754016
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass74,650 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    74,650 miles
    Test number
    607279533097
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront pads low

  20. Fail74,650 miles (+8,357)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,650 miles
    Test number
    149499533478
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteOil filter leaking

  21. Pass66,293 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,293 miles
    Test number
    747312452012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,605 miles (+9,737)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,605 miles
    Test number
    245729931066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,868 miles (+8,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,868 miles
    Test number
    831412420029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,920 miles
    Test number
    154949869401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 ZHT

Does LB55 ZHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 ZHT expired on 10 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 ZHT?
The MOT on LB55 ZHT expired on 10 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 ZHT done?
LB55 ZHT was recorded at 132,210 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 5,845 miles a year.
Has LB55 ZHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 ZHT has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 ZHT 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 ZHT find?
LB55 ZHT failed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with 9 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer body sill corroded; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 8 more.

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