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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

LC04 FSJMOT history

LC04 FSJ is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2019 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2019
Mileage
107,610 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC04 FSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2019
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC04 FSJ was last recorded at 107,610 miles on 5 Feb 2024, 314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,296 miles · 7 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
314 miles
Average per year
4,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,610 miles
  • 2022 – 107,296 miles
  • 2018 – 96,476 miles
  • 2017 – 85,175 miles
  • 2016 – 80,283 miles
  • 2015 – 74,350 miles
  • 2014 – 71,085 miles
  • 2013 – 67,128 miles
  • 2012 – 63,188 miles
  • 2011 – 58,818 miles
  • 2010 – 51,808 miles
  • 2009 – 45,387 miles
  • 2008 – 37,060 miles
  • 2007 – 26,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,610 miles
  • 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))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REARS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront front subfame and suspension has corrosion
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension has corrosion
  • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has corrosion

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, 2018

  • Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,610 miles (+314)3 dangerous9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,610 miles
    Test number
    781527675004
    • 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))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REARS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front subfame and suspension has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension has corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis has corrosion
  2. Fail107,296 miles (+10,820)3 dangerous15 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,296 miles
    Test number
    417836553857
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake shoe back plate badly rusted and holed
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  3. Pass96,476 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,476 miles
    Test number
    796117696927
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail96,473 miles (+11,298)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,473 miles
    Test number
    298452170543
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass85,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,175 miles
    Test number
    623680325171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,175 miles (+4,892)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,175 miles
    Test number
    657956081256
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  7. Pass80,283 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    80,283 miles
    Test number
    715457823501
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  8. Fail80,283 miles (+5,933)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,283 miles
    Test number
    106176743940
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  9. Pass74,350 miles (+3,265)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,350 miles
    Test number
    229731575481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,085 miles (+3,957)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,085 miles
    Test number
    786296874120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,128 miles (+3,940)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    338674953145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,188 miles (+4,370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,188 miles
    Test number
    796065572168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,818 miles (+7,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,818 miles
    Test number
    835667351172
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass51,808 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    564143530139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOs steering rack gaiter damp.
  15. Fail51,808 miles (+6,421)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,808 miles
    Test number
    651473830144
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOs steering rack gaiter damp.
  16. Pass45,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,387 miles
    Test number
    872362139186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,387 miles (+8,327)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,387 miles
    Test number
    292652139120
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass37,060 miles (+10,646)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,060 miles
    Test number
    391223718112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmall cut in nsr tyre.
  19. Pass26,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,414 miles
    Test number
    290687337438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,414 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,414 miles
    Test number
    281397637141
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Questions about LC04 FSJ

Does LC04 FSJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC04 FSJ expired on 29 Nov 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC04 FSJ?
The MOT on LC04 FSJ expired on 29 Nov 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC04 FSJ done?
LC04 FSJ was recorded at 107,610 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2024, an average of 4,855 miles a year.
Has LC04 FSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC04 FSJ has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LC04 FSJ 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 LC04 FSJ find?
LC04 FSJ failed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 15 more.

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