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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,199 cc

LC12 MXFMOT history

LC12 MXF is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 30 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 141,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

LC12 MXF silver Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,179 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 MXF
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 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 MXF was last recorded at 141,179 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 6,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,219 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,960 miles
Average per year
10,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,179 miles
  • 2025 – 134,219 miles
  • 2024 – 129,336 miles
  • 2022 – 121,074 miles
  • 2021 – 110,822 miles
  • 2020 – 98,377 miles
  • 2019 – 78,058 miles
  • 2018 – 62,669 miles
  • 2017 – 48,683 miles
  • 2016 – 39,705 miles
  • 2015 – 28,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,179 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush twisting from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to marks (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,179 miles
    Test number
    721115026081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush twisting from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to marks (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail141,178 miles (+6,959)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,178 miles
    Test number
    288153279232
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone front bush twisting from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to marks (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass134,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    134,219 miles
    Test number
    779717561640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,219 miles (+1)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,219 miles
    Test number
    551070761570
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  5. Fail134,218 miles (+4,882)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,218 miles
    Test number
    697147457378
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass129,336 miles (+8,262)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    129,336 miles
    Test number
    214849801779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,074 miles (+10,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,074 miles
    Test number
    999204950009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 235/60R18 ** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 235/60R18 ** (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass110,822 miles (+12,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,822 miles
    Test number
    467641208596
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass98,574 miles (+197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    98,574 miles
    Test number
    471525281012
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail98,377 miles (+10,199)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,377 miles
    Test number
    116410794645
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass88,178 miles (+10,120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,178 miles
    Test number
    838200216402
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  12. Pass78,058 miles (+15,389)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    483873793927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,669 miles (+13,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,669 miles
    Test number
    302800434680
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass48,683 miles (+8,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,683 miles
    Test number
    123325124106
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass39,705 miles (+10,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    39,705 miles
    Test number
    812288075366
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOsf nsf osr tyres wearing on inside edges and getting low on tread

  16. Pass28,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    28,895 miles
    Test number
    516825005161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC12 MXF

Does LC12 MXF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 MXF is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 MXF?
The MOT on LC12 MXF is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 MXF done?
LC12 MXF was recorded at 141,179 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 10,430 miles a year.
Has LC12 MXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 MXF has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC12 MXF 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 LC12 MXF find?
LC12 MXF passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush twisting from arm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to marks.

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