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Kia Sorento

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LC55 LMEMOT history

LC55 LME is a red diesel Kia Sorento first used on 7 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2025
Mileage
147,665 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 LME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC55 LME was last recorded at 147,665 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 8,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,528 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8,137 miles
Average per year
6,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,665 miles
  • 2024 – 139,528 miles
  • 2023 – 131,358 miles
  • 2022 – 129,050 miles
  • 2021 – 123,466 miles
  • 2020 – 117,618 miles
  • 2019 – 109,508 miles
  • 2018 – 102,229 miles
  • 2017 – 94,646 miles
  • 2016 – 84,197 miles
  • 2015 – 77,337 miles
  • 2014 – 74,092 miles
  • 2012 – 70,878 miles
  • 2011 – 66,641 miles
  • 2010 – 56,673 miles
  • 2009 – 47,399 miles
  • 2008 – 34,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,665 miles
  • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,665 miles (+8,137)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,665 miles
    Test number
    994423384596
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass139,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    139,528 miles
    Test number
    134093625764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail139,528 miles (+8,170)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,528 miles
    Test number
    678344970637
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass131,358 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    131,358 miles
    Test number
    687789768211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,050 miles (+5,584)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,050 miles
    Test number
    303549334231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,466 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,466 miles
    Test number
    676256575009
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail123,466 miles (+16)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,466 miles
    Test number
    267728764308
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail123,450 miles (+5,832)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    612890512172
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox/tailpipe join corroded away (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering fluid radiator (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass117,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,618 miles
    Test number
    232892279231
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail117,618 miles (+8,110)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,618 miles
    Test number
    667235298626
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass109,508 miles (+7,279)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,508 miles
    Test number
    961224301837
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Under vehicle (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Axle mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass102,229 miles (+7,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,229 miles
    Test number
    965671214445
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass94,646 miles (+10,449)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,646 miles
    Test number
    698546942713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    84,197 miles
    Test number
    966268203150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,197 miles (+3,039)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,197 miles
    Test number
    618116775121
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass81,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,158 miles
    Test number
    175281729453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,158 miles (+3,821)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,158 miles
    Test number
    142177659462
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass77,337 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    77,337 miles
    Test number
    188308105071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,092 miles (+3,214)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,092 miles
    Test number
    667263814018
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass70,878 miles (+4,237)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,878 miles
    Test number
    269510802337
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass66,641 miles (+9,968)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,641 miles
    Test number
    745888491288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,673 miles (+9,274)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,673 miles
    Test number
    653375080250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,399 miles (+12,622)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,399 miles
    Test number
    460973509450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut in tread but not showing cords

  24. Pass34,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,777 miles
    Test number
    622308588239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 LME

Does LC55 LME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 LME expired on 29 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 LME?
The MOT on LC55 LME expired on 29 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 LME done?
LC55 LME was recorded at 147,665 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 6,669 miles a year.
Has LC55 LME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 LME has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LC55 LME 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 LC55 LME find?
LC55 LME failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 6 major defects: hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack; nearside front side repeater incorrect colour; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 3 more.

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