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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LC55 LNGMOT history

LC55 LNG is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 7 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
125,879 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 LNG
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 expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 LNG was last recorded at 125,879 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 5,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,728 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,151 miles
Average per year
6,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,879 miles
  • 2021 – 120,728 miles
  • 2020 – 116,470 miles
  • 2019 – 112,220 miles
  • 2018 – 106,888 miles
  • 2017 – 103,757 miles
  • 2016 – 97,265 miles
  • 2015 – 92,001 miles
  • 2014 – 83,885 miles
  • 2013 – 78,205 miles
  • 2012 – 71,822 miles
  • 2011 – 61,789 miles
  • 2010 – 52,425 miles
  • 2009 – 45,706 miles
  • 2008 – 35,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,879 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth sills have slight corrosion on inner not effecting strentgh
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,879 miles (+5,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,879 miles
    Test number
    238133201957
    • AdvisoryBoth sills have slight corrosion on inner not effecting strentgh
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,728 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    120,728 miles
    Test number
    341150814139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,728 miles (+4,258)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,728 miles
    Test number
    898963640647
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,470 miles (+4,250)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,470 miles
    Test number
    983138238724
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All front pads getting low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All rear pads getting low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring seat on axle / differential corroded but not seriously weakened.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake has a significantly reduced effort. Output = 186kgs. O/S/R output = 315kgs.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring seat on axle / differential corroded but not seriously weakened.
    • AdvisoryOil cap not fitted prior to test.
    • AdvisoryRear differential / Axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear differential filler plug loose and leaking.
    • AdvisoryTow bar assembly corroded but seriously weakened.

  5. Pass112,220 miles (+5,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,220 miles
    Test number
    235563548142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass106,888 miles (+3,131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,888 miles
    Test number
    298339279925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass103,757 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,757 miles
    Test number
    783490066805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Slight seepage from steering rack boot. (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake relay lever partially seized. Not affecting operation of parking brake.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a deep cut - Not exposing cords or braids etc.
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Fail103,757 miles (+6,492)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,757 miles
    Test number
    229074659761
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Slight seepage from steering rack boot. (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake relay lever partially seized. Not affecting operation of parking brake.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a deep cut - Not exposing cords or braids etc.
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass97,265 miles (+5,264)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    690286094817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,001 miles (+8,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,001 miles
    Test number
    695904668825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass83,885 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,885 miles
    Test number
    866183194264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,205 miles (+6,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    78,205 miles
    Test number
    137474793238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass71,822 miles (+10,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,822 miles
    Test number
    449449822222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  14. Pass61,789 miles (+9,364)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,789 miles
    Test number
    265217221222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,425 miles (+6,719)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,425 miles
    Test number
    353778120217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,706 miles (+10,001)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,706 miles
    Test number
    152962209327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,705 miles
    Test number
    332507898432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 LNG

Does LC55 LNG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 LNG expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 LNG?
The MOT on LC55 LNG expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 LNG done?
LC55 LNG was recorded at 125,879 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 6,473 miles a year.
Has LC55 LNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 LNG has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LC55 LNG 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 LNG find?
LC55 LNG passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: both sills have slight corrosion on inner not effecting strentgh; oil leak, but not excessive.

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