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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LC55 LSVMOT history

LC55 LSV is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
75,996 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 LSV
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 valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 LSV was last recorded at 75,996 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,777 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
3,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,996 miles
  • 2025 – 75,777 miles
  • 2024 – 75,328 miles
  • 2023 – 68,790 miles
  • 2022 – 61,034 miles
  • 2021 – 51,827 miles
  • 2020 – 50,587 miles
  • 2019 – 49,893 miles
  • 2018 – 48,667 miles
  • 2017 – 48,285 miles
  • 2016 – 47,370 miles
  • 2015 – 45,609 miles
  • 2014 – 43,754 miles
  • 2013 – 42,053 miles
  • 2012 – 39,713 miles
  • 2011 – 36,619 miles
  • 2010 – 33,528 miles
  • 2009 – 27,254 miles
  • 2008 – 20,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,996 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear/chassis has multiple spots of corrosion

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,996 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    75,996 miles
    Test number
    988056149833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear/chassis has multiple spots of corrosion

  2. Fail75,991 miles (+214)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    268932016227
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear/chassis has multiple spots of corrosion

  3. Pass75,777 miles (+449)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    469933177229
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear chassis frame corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass75,328 miles (+6,538)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,328 miles
    Test number
    551390457090
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  5. Pass68,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,790 miles
    Test number
    234985616635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,790 miles (+7,756)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,790 miles
    Test number
    343102851496
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  7. Pass61,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    61,034 miles
    Test number
    920645960210
    • 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))

  8. Fail61,033 miles (+9,206)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,033 miles
    Test number
    563735936807
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass51,827 miles (+1,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,827 miles
    Test number
    502920446653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass50,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    50,587 miles
    Test number
    600715577035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,587 miles (+694)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,587 miles
    Test number
    275832036815
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass49,893 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    49,893 miles
    Test number
    477853828583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,667 miles
    Test number
    359209328023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,667 miles (+382)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,667 miles
    Test number
    304816032542
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass48,285 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,285 miles
    Test number
    573936051298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,370 miles
    Test number
    152176476874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/70 16 107H (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail47,370 miles (+1,761)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,370 miles
    Test number
    695805903908
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245/70 16 107H (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass45,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,609 miles
    Test number
    576339595040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,609 miles (+1,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,609 miles
    Test number
    615889195024
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  20. Pass43,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,754 miles
    Test number
    599012494021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,754 miles (+1,701)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,754 miles
    Test number
    815081194036
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass42,053 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,053 miles
    Test number
    278625983006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,981 miles (+2,268)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,981 miles
    Test number
    798442773012
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear tyres perished on walls close to bead

  24. Pass39,713 miles (+3,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,713 miles
    Test number
    817489782086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass36,619 miles (+3,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,619 miles
    Test number
    338273301163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass33,528 miles (+6,274)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    33,528 miles
    Test number
    641162120351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,254 miles (+6,404)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,254 miles
    Test number
    173187419368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,850 miles
    Test number
    172013228392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 LSV

Does LC55 LSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 LSV is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC55 LSV?
The MOT on LC55 LSV is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 LSV done?
LC55 LSV was recorded at 75,996 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 3,176 miles a year.
Has LC55 LSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 LSV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LC55 LSV 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 LSV find?
LC55 LSV passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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