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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,199 cc

LB61 EJEMOT history

LB61 EJE is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 23 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,169 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 EJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 EJE was last recorded at 105,169 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 12,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,664 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,505 miles
Average per year
6,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,169 miles
  • 2025 – 92,664 miles
  • 2024 – 78,325 miles
  • 2022 – 75,480 miles
  • 2021 – 72,913 miles
  • 2020 – 68,847 miles
  • 2019 – 64,513 miles
  • 2018 – 59,936 miles
  • 2017 – 54,316 miles
  • 2016 – 45,539 miles
  • 2015 – 38,826 miles
  • 2014 – 29,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,169 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Luggage in boot space, rear (additional x2) belts could not be checked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,169 miles (+12,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,169 miles
    Test number
    368531720315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass92,664 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,664 miles
    Test number
    663637941768
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLuggage in boot space, rear (additional x2) belts could not be checked

  3. Fail92,658 miles (+14,333)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,658 miles
    Test number
    767506835083
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLuggage in boot space, rear (additional x2) belts could not be checked

  4. Pass78,325 miles (+2,845)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,325 miles
    Test number
    165624564061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,480 miles (+2,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,480 miles
    Test number
    502438074027
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All four sets of pads low ,offside rear @ allowed limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass72,913 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,913 miles
    Test number
    982127794508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,862 miles (+4,015)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,862 miles
    Test number
    655364372265
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass68,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,847 miles
    Test number
    687972927193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,847 miles (+4,334)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,847 miles
    Test number
    408795782666
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass64,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,513 miles
    Test number
    622836492934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,513 miles (+4,577)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,513 miles
    Test number
    394778544513
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  12. Pass59,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    59,936 miles
    Test number
    249858699734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,936 miles (+5,620)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,936 miles
    Test number
    197550681536
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass54,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,316 miles
    Test number
    945352349486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,316 miles (+8,777)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,316 miles
    Test number
    296266848186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass45,539 miles (+6,713)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    45,539 miles
    Test number
    581794688202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,826 miles (+9,011)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,826 miles
    Test number
    128993593346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    29,815 miles
    Test number
    317183754320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,815 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,815 miles
    Test number
    447223654496
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LB61 EJE

Does LB61 EJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 EJE is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 EJE?
The MOT on LB61 EJE is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 EJE done?
LB61 EJE was recorded at 105,169 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,804 miles a year.
Has LB61 EJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 EJE has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 EJE 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 LB61 EJE find?
LB61 EJE passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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