Kia logo

Kia Sorento

Bronze · Diesel · 2012 · 2,199 cc

LB61 NXZMOT history

LB61 NXZ is a bronze diesel Kia Sorento first used on 27 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
89,648 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,901 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB61 NXZ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 NXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 NXZ was last recorded at 89,648 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 8,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,606 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,042 miles
Average per year
5,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,648 miles
  • 2024 – 81,606 miles
  • 2023 – 76,708 miles
  • 2022 – 70,160 miles
  • 2021 – 63,587 miles
  • 2020 – 57,166 miles
  • 2019 – 46,756 miles
  • 2018 – 44,800 miles
  • 2017 – 41,442 miles
  • 2016 – 37,809 miles
  • 2015 – 25,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,648 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,648 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,648 miles
    Test number
    763713403385
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,648 miles (+8,042)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,648 miles
    Test number
    519643078531
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,606 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,606 miles
    Test number
    628861497832
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail81,561 miles (+4,853)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,561 miles
    Test number
    354802624211
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,708 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,708 miles
    Test number
    520069961512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail76,694 miles (+6,534)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,694 miles
    Test number
    750249905250
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,160 miles
    Test number
    315249049478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn irregularly to the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryManual headlight ( dashboard ) adjuster requires repair or attention

  8. Fail70,160 miles (+6,573)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,160 miles
    Test number
    172830942967
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn irregularly to the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryManual headlight ( dashboard ) adjuster requires repair or attention

  9. Pass63,587 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    63,587 miles
    Test number
    625482744161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,166 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    57,166 miles
    Test number
    331918181399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail57,166 miles (+10,410)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,166 miles
    Test number
    906474954587
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass46,756 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,756 miles
    Test number
    711208820234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,800 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,800 miles
    Test number
    662004638889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,442 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,442 miles
    Test number
    259091891130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,809 miles (+4,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,809 miles
    Test number
    397158216316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,841 miles (+7,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    32,841 miles
    Test number
    657002610186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass25,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    25,657 miles
    Test number
    339112005093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 NXZ

Does LB61 NXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 NXZ is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 NXZ?
The MOT on LB61 NXZ is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 NXZ done?
LB61 NXZ was recorded at 89,648 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 5,901 miles a year.
Has LB61 NXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 NXZ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 NXZ 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 NXZ find?
LB61 NXZ passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB61N registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.