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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LC55 LMXMOT history

LC55 LMX is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 7 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 74,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
74,375 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 LMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 LMX was last recorded at 74,375 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,351 miles · 1 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
3,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,375 miles
  • 2025 – 72,358 miles
  • 2024 – 69,796 miles
  • 2023 – 67,574 miles
  • 2022 – 64,876 miles
  • 2021 – 62,222 miles
  • 2020 – 60,001 miles
  • 2019 – 57,718 miles
  • 2018 – 54,061 miles
  • 2017 – 50,924 miles
  • 2016 – 47,588 miles
  • 2015 – 43,181 miles
  • 2014 – 39,993 miles
  • 2013 – 37,108 miles
  • 2012 – 33,651 miles
  • 2011 – 29,639 miles
  • 2010 – 25,157 miles
  • 2009 – 21,040 miles
  • 2008 – 17,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,375 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Both fuel lines corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,375 miles (+24)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    74,375 miles
    Test number
    921382648692
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))

  2. Fail74,351 miles (+1,993)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,351 miles
    Test number
    524006591228
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))

  3. Pass72,358 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    72,358 miles
    Test number
    732355864692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail72,309 miles (+2,513)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    396948837278
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear anti roll bar D bushes worn
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass69,796 miles (+43)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    423076864556
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel lines corroded

  6. Fail69,753 miles (+2,179)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,753 miles
    Test number
    732901605319
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear cross beam/o/s/r shocker mounting/fuel tank mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel lines corroded

  7. Pass67,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,574 miles
    Test number
    781707919148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,573 miles (+2,697)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    600887263121
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake linkage has restricted free movement hand brake compensater on rear axle (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass64,876 miles (+2,654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,876 miles
    Test number
    620886930518
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Rear Arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass62,222 miles (+2,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,222 miles
    Test number
    796199277603
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,001 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,001 miles
    Test number
    416300385060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,718 miles (+3,657)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,718 miles
    Test number
    271526459821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass54,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,061 miles
    Test number
    876102635989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,061 miles (+3,137)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,061 miles
    Test number
    860885517451
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass50,924 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    50,924 miles
    Test number
    962211533057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,588 miles (+4,407)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,588 miles
    Test number
    851430720545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,181 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    669277583971
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,993 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,993 miles
    Test number
    515989574203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,108 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    37,108 miles
    Test number
    155876593225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,651 miles (+4,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,651 miles
    Test number
    329450992289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,639 miles (+4,482)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,639 miles
    Test number
    829790071274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,157 miles (+4,117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    25,157 miles
    Test number
    300886580213
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass21,040 miles (+4,010)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    21,040 miles
    Test number
    223652299206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    17,030 miles
    Test number
    681728198206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 LMX

Does LC55 LMX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 LMX is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC55 LMX?
The MOT on LC55 LMX is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 LMX done?
LC55 LMX was recorded at 74,375 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 3,193 miles a year.
Has LC55 LMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 LMX has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LC55 LMX 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 LMX find?
LC55 LMX passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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