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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB56 VKHMOT history

LB56 VKH is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 6 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
145,209 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VKH
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
6 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VKH was last recorded at 145,209 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,209 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,209 miles
  • 2024 – 139,069 miles
  • 2023 – 135,274 miles
  • 2022 – 128,132 miles
  • 2021 – 121,953 miles
  • 2020 – 116,082 miles
  • 2019 – 111,600 miles
  • 2018 – 104,414 miles
  • 2017 – 98,266 miles
  • 2016 – 91,631 miles
  • 2015 – 82,382 miles
  • 2014 – 71,734 miles
  • 2013 – 57,932 miles
  • 2012 – 45,945 miles
  • 2011 – 32,446 miles
  • 2010 – 22,334 miles
  • 2009 – 10,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,209 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns+os (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns+os (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Trailer electrical socket insecure

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front bumper cover slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Drive belt worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,209 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    145,209 miles
    Test number
    481114679016
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns+os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns+os (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail145,209 miles (+6,140)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,209 miles
    Test number
    628639594271
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play ns+os (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator ns+os (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns+os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns+os (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass139,069 miles (+3,795)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    139,069 miles
    Test number
    373328987846
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cover damaged

  4. Pass135,274 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    135,274 miles
    Test number
    450629295437
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cover slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  5. Fail135,273 miles (+7,141)4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,273 miles
    Test number
    552771383322
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cover slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  6. Pass128,132 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,132 miles
    Test number
    569246937094
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cover slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail128,131 miles (+6,178)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,131 miles
    Test number
    768134606201
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cover slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass121,953 miles (+5,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,953 miles
    Test number
    133243590622
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass116,082 miles (+4,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,082 miles
    Test number
    930952104476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass111,600 miles (+7,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,600 miles
    Test number
    872392831685
    • AdvisoryFront bumper
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance

  11. Pass104,414 miles (+6,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    104,414 miles
    Test number
    444766233557
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass98,266 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,266 miles
    Test number
    629552022315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,631 miles (+9,249)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    91,631 miles
    Test number
    555280470187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,382 miles (+10,648)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,382 miles
    Test number
    867594523843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,734 miles (+13,802)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,734 miles
    Test number
    726266434369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,932 miles (+11,987)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,932 miles
    Test number
    739468633351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,945 miles (+91)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,945 miles
    Test number
    727468812324
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail45,854 miles (+13,408)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,854 miles
    Test number
    917314012336
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass32,446 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,446 miles
    Test number
    908745821314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,399 miles (+10,065)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,399 miles
    Test number
    199992821383
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls cracked

  21. Pass22,334 miles (+11,341)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    22,334 miles
    Test number
    600236420319
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on insside edges

  22. Pass10,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    10,993 miles
    Test number
    134780829392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VKH

Does LB56 VKH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VKH is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VKH?
The MOT on LB56 VKH is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 VKH done?
LB56 VKH was recorded at 145,209 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 8,363 miles a year.
Has LB56 VKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VKH has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 VKH 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 LB56 VKH find?
LB56 VKH passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns+os, and 1 more.

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