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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,199 cc

LC12 MWOMOT history

LC12 MWO is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 30 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 145,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LC12 MWO silver Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,726 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 MWO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 MWO was last recorded at 145,726 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2,222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2025: 143,504 miles, lower than 226,359 miles on 1 Jul 2024.

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
143,504 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,222 miles
Average per year
10,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,726 miles
  • 2025 – 143,504 miles
  • 2024 – 226,359 miles
  • 2023 – 134,643 miles
  • 2022 – 124,470 miles
  • 2021 – 112,942 miles
  • 2020 – 97,384 miles
  • 2019 – 80,702 miles
  • 2018 – 66,803 miles
  • 2017 – 54,983 miles
  • 2016 – 42,701 miles
  • 2015 – 29,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,726 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Spare wheel slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,726 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,726 miles
    Test number
    391585361971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail145,725 miles (+2,221)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,725 miles
    Test number
    607399634377
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass143,504 miles (-82,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,504 miles
    Test number
    112706011636
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass226,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    226,359 miles
    Test number
    864184882685
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail141,051 miles (+6,408)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,051 miles
    Test number
    817345885867
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass134,643 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,643 miles
    Test number
    604970381521
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisorySpare wheel slightly loose

  7. Fail134,642 miles (+10,172)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,642 miles
    Test number
    104525734391
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisorySpare wheel slightly loose

  8. Pass124,470 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,470 miles
    Test number
    444459763149
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryFront tyres heavily worn on inner edges

  9. Fail124,470 miles (+11,528)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,470 miles
    Test number
    970117794377
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryFront tyres heavily worn on inner edges

  10. Pass112,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,942 miles
    Test number
    749931534827
    • 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))

  11. Fail112,942 miles (+15,558)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,942 miles
    Test number
    658096854117
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  12. Pass97,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    491904352131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,384 miles (+16,682)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    793324442284
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass80,702 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,702 miles
    Test number
    502847478841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,701 miles (+56)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,701 miles
    Test number
    174470701416
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  16. Fail80,645 miles (+13,842)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,645 miles
    Test number
    757576497449
    • MajorFront Lower Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment foot leaver going to floor (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  17. Pass66,803 miles (+11,820)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,803 miles
    Test number
    654949362712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,983 miles (+12,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,983 miles
    Test number
    908494979900
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass42,701 miles (+12,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    876092763174
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass29,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,862 miles
    Test number
    799012115131
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LC12 MWO

Does LC12 MWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 MWO is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 MWO?
The MOT on LC12 MWO is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 MWO done?
LC12 MWO was recorded at 145,726 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 10,262 miles a year.
Has LC12 MWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 MWO has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LC12 MWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC12 MWO find?
LC12 MWO passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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