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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LE06 KAUMOT history

LE06 KAU is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 3 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,557 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE06 KAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE06 KAU was last recorded at 114,557 miles on 31 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,557 miles · 29 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,557 miles
  • 2023 – 103,587 miles
  • 2022 – 100,865 miles
  • 2021 – 94,669 miles
  • 2020 – 91,894 miles
  • 2018 – 90,103 miles
  • 2017 – 88,328 miles
  • 2016 – 85,210 miles
  • 2015 – 83,118 miles
  • 2014 – 80,145 miles
  • 2013 – 75,242 miles
  • 2011 – 59,509 miles
  • 2010 – 45,135 miles
  • 2009 – 32,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,557 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded lowerRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,557 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,557 miles
    Test number
    610218411077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded lower
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail114,557 miles (+8,755)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,557 miles
    Test number
    787899049340
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear tail pipe broken away from centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded lower
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass105,802 miles (+2,215)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    105,802 miles
    Test number
    482233483096
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass103,587 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,587 miles
    Test number
    120886151255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,865 miles (+6,196)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    425066959567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,669 miles (+2,119)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,669 miles
    Test number
    766606568242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,550 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,550 miles
    Test number
    164251978678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,894 miles (+1,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,894 miles
    Test number
    599344450238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass90,103 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,103 miles
    Test number
    144509267893
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in grease

  10. Fail90,101 miles (+1,773)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,101 miles
    Test number
    847798669743
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in grease

  11. Pass88,328 miles (+3,118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,328 miles
    Test number
    947134812599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass85,210 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,210 miles
    Test number
    925982299120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,118 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    475101794789
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail83,116 miles (+2,971)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    227979094982
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass80,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    426366944460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,145 miles (+4,903)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    449786044363
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass75,242 miles (+6,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    75,242 miles
    Test number
    908650653341
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass69,104 miles (+9,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,104 miles
    Test number
    716993003088
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass59,509 miles (+14,374)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,509 miles
    Test number
    417365351368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,135 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,135 miles
    Test number
    683088230224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,133 miles (+12,707)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,133 miles
    Test number
    354547230450
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass32,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,426 miles
    Test number
    462512929297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE06 KAU

Does LE06 KAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE06 KAU is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE06 KAU?
The MOT on LE06 KAU is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE06 KAU done?
LE06 KAU was recorded at 114,557 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2025, an average of 5,011 miles a year.
Has LE06 KAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE06 KAU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LE06 KAU 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 LE06 KAU find?
LE06 KAU passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs lipped; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge; nearside inner sill corroded, and 3 more.

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