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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,497 cc

LC57 VHTMOT history

LC57 VHT is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 26 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,122 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC57 VHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC57 VHT was last recorded at 149,122 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,062 miles · 30 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
7,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,122 miles
  • 2025 – 139,547 miles
  • 2024 – 130,443 miles
  • 2023 – 122,001 miles
  • 2018 – 114,474 miles
  • 2017 – 103,605 miles
  • 2016 – 93,130 miles
  • 2015 – 81,029 miles
  • 2014 – 65,406 miles
  • 2013 – 56,311 miles
  • 2012 – 42,640 miles
  • 2011 – 29,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,122 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2023–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,122 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,122 miles
    Test number
    393898443407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail149,062 miles (+9,515)3 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,062 miles
    Test number
    630380836535
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts fan snapped off on engine tray live (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front and rear inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front and rear inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass139,547 miles (+96)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    139,547 miles
    Test number
    777889867881
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,451 miles (+9,008)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,451 miles
    Test number
    621796306468
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass130,443 miles (+8,442)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    130,443 miles
    Test number
    200962515156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    360768964948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,001 miles (+7,527)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    527590589662
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass114,474 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,474 miles
    Test number
    833679542537
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever - long travel.

  9. Fail114,474 miles (+10,869)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,474 miles
    Test number
    967528954249
    • Repaired at testBrake pivot has restricted free movement Rear axle pivot point. (1.1.15 (e))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever - long travel.

  10. Pass103,605 miles (+10,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,605 miles
    Test number
    372565520997
    • AdvisoryFront & rear brake pad wear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wear.

  11. Pass93,130 miles (+12,101)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,130 miles
    Test number
    162171742184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,029 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,029 miles
    Test number
    259611635152
    • NoteEngine oil leak - front, intercooler area.
    • NotePark brake lever - long travel.

  13. Fail81,029 miles (+15,623)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,029 miles
    Test number
    526521935145
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine oil leak - front, intercooler area.
    • NotePark brake lever - long travel.

  14. Pass65,406 miles (+9,095)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,406 miles
    Test number
    625359154075
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail56,311 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,311 miles
    Test number
    289561873001
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn

  16. Pass56,311 miles (+13,671)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,311 miles
    Test number
    625521673027
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs are worn

  17. Pass42,640 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,640 miles
    Test number
    347522462056
    • NoteBoth front tyres low and worn on edge

  18. Fail42,640 miles (+13,378)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,640 miles
    Test number
    499782462010
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low and worn on edge

  19. Pass29,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,262 miles
    Test number
    725651121015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LC57 VHT

Does LC57 VHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC57 VHT is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC57 VHT?
The MOT on LC57 VHT is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC57 VHT done?
LC57 VHT was recorded at 149,122 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 7,870 miles a year.
Has LC57 VHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC57 VHT has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LC57 VHT 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 LC57 VHT find?
LC57 VHT passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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