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Bronze · Diesel · 2010 · 2,497 cc

LB59 XMDMOT history

LB59 XMD is a bronze diesel Kia Sorento first used on 12 Jan 2010. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
84,919 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 XMD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
12 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB59 XMD was last recorded at 84,919 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 10,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Dec 2015: 20,582 miles, lower than 72,604 miles on 9 Jan 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
74,872 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,047 miles
Average per year
5,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,919 miles
  • 2025 – 74,872 miles
  • 2023 – 64,398 miles
  • 2022 – 55,954 miles
  • 2021 – 49,181 miles
  • 2020 – 43,777 miles
  • 2019 – 37,177 miles
  • 2018 – 32,521 miles
  • 2017 – 26,340 miles
  • 2015 – 20,582 miles
  • 2014 – 43,922 miles
  • 2013 – 13,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,919 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/65/17h (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,919 miles (+10,047)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,919 miles
    Test number
    595773415628
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/65/17h (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  2. Pass74,872 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    74,872 miles
    Test number
    420974043179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail74,872 miles (+10,474)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,872 miles
    Test number
    563432682337
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass64,398 miles (+51)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,398 miles
    Test number
    763071894100
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail64,347 miles (+8,393)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,347 miles
    Test number
    121664339289
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass55,954 miles (+6,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    55,954 miles
    Test number
    523507164478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass49,181 miles (+5,404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,181 miles
    Test number
    242144991608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush at front of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass43,777 miles (+2,452)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    43,777 miles
    Test number
    826428077594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,325 miles
    Test number
    533197409407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail41,325 miles (+4,148)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,325 miles
    Test number
    948273022634
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass37,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    37,177 miles
    Test number
    386641317661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,177 miles (+4,656)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,177 miles
    Test number
    805143471735
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass32,521 miles (+6,181)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    32,521 miles
    Test number
    446805585814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,340 miles (+5,758)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    26,340 miles
    Test number
    414165132638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,582 miles (-52,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    20,582 miles
    Test number
    783468330033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass72,604 miles (+28,682)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,604 miles
    Test number
    138689505481
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
  17. Pass43,922 miles (+30,606)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,922 miles
    Test number
    217580114023
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  18. Pass13,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    13,316 miles
    Test number
    177951313030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 XMD

Does LB59 XMD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 XMD expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 XMD?
The MOT on LB59 XMD expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 XMD done?
LB59 XMD was recorded at 84,919 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 5,474 miles a year.
Has LB59 XMD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 XMD has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 XMD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB59 XMD find?
LB59 XMD failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; reversing lamp inoperative; windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 7 more.

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