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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LC55 LSNMOT history

LC55 LSN is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 164,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2023
Mileage
164,767 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 LSN
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
9 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 LSN was last recorded at 164,767 miles on 1 Mar 2022, 611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2018: 102,545 miles, lower than 120,540 miles on 11 Oct 2018.

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
164,156 miles · 24 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
611 miles
Average per year
10,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,767 miles
  • 2021 – 152,867 miles
  • 2020 – 142,264 miles
  • 2019 – 136,172 miles
  • 2018 – 102,545 miles
  • 2017 – 105,928 miles
  • 2016 – 79,177 miles
  • 2015 – 73,248 miles
  • 2013 – 62,210 miles
  • 2012 – 53,521 miles
  • 2011 – 48,031 miles
  • 2010 – 41,339 miles
  • 2009 – 34,047 miles
  • 2008 – 26,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,767 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " D" bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,767 miles (+611)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    164,767 miles
    Test number
    644002678513
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail164,156 miles (+11,289)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,156 miles
    Test number
    153110733385
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass152,867 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,867 miles
    Test number
    732645427130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail152,866 miles (+10,602)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,866 miles
    Test number
    765504738881
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass142,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,264 miles
    Test number
    178058154559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail142,264 miles (+6,092)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,264 miles
    Test number
    228308140673
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass136,172 miles (+33,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,172 miles
    Test number
    386100652522
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass102,545 miles (-17,995)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,545 miles
    Test number
    667700473109
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring testable items
  9. Fail120,540 miles (+14,612)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,540 miles
    Test number
    800791070574
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement " D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and wearing unevenly on inner edges both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring testable items
  10. Pass105,928 miles (+11,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,928 miles
    Test number
    600092245488
    • AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint excessivly worn
  11. Pass94,023 miles (+14,846)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    94,023 miles
    Test number
    465071476743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,177 miles
    Test number
    938743060763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,177 miles (+5,929)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,177 miles
    Test number
    638381613968
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  14. Pass73,248 miles (+11,038)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,248 miles
    Test number
    187600735401
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding
  15. Pass62,210 miles (+8,689)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,210 miles
    Test number
    259306213380
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  16. Pass53,521 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    53,521 miles
    Test number
    596259512365
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  17. Fail53,520 miles (+5,489)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,520 miles
    Test number
    559119512396
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  18. Pass48,031 miles (+6,692)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,031 miles
    Test number
    196538411389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,339 miles (+7,292)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,339 miles
    Test number
    370709600316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,047 miles (+7,746)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,047 miles
    Test number
    232637719363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,301 miles
    Test number
    851484108317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 LSN

Does LC55 LSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 LSN expired on 23 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 LSN?
The MOT on LC55 LSN expired on 23 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 LSN done?
LC55 LSN was recorded at 164,767 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2022, an average of 10,385 miles a year.
Has LC55 LSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 LSN has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LC55 LSN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC55 LSN find?
LC55 LSN passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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