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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,500 cc

LL53 TWUMOT history

LL53 TWU is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 17 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2022
Mileage
96,467 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 TWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL53 TWU was last recorded at 96,467 miles on 30 Dec 2022, 10,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,886 miles · 26 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
10,581 miles
Average per year
5,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,467 miles
  • 2021 – 85,886 miles
  • 2020 – 80,922 miles
  • 2019 – 77,507 miles
  • 2018 – 72,495 miles
  • 2017 – 66,107 miles
  • 2016 – 61,594 miles
  • 2015 – 58,007 miles
  • 2014 – 55,405 miles
  • 2013 – 51,083 miles
  • 2012 – 48,083 miles
  • 2011 – 41,163 miles
  • 2010 – 34,610 miles
  • 2009 – 29,907 miles
  • 2008 – 25,259 miles
  • 2007 – 20,640 miles
  • 2006 – 14,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,467 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axel stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axel stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 front bump stop missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,467 miles (+10,581)2 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,467 miles
    Test number
    875343772842
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axel stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axel stabilizer arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass85,886 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,886 miles
    Test number
    197134418457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Of Vehicle Showing Sign Of Corrision.

  3. Fail85,886 miles (+4,964)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,886 miles
    Test number
    333729822555
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside Of Vehicle Showing Sign Of Corrision.

  4. Pass80,922 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,922 miles
    Test number
    251480640327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass77,507 miles (+32)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,507 miles
    Test number
    610167450570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear anti rollbar bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear anti rollbar bushes deteriorated

  6. Fail77,475 miles (+4,980)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,475 miles
    Test number
    691835802374
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body components
    • AdvisoryNearside rear anti rollbar bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear anti rollbar bushes deteriorated

  7. Pass72,495 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,495 miles
    Test number
    361157486616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar drop link rubbers perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody components

  8. Fail72,481 miles (+6,374)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,481 miles
    Test number
    799560519627
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar drop link rubbers perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underbody components

  9. Pass66,107 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,107 miles
    Test number
    740120257541
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop missing

  10. Fail66,090 miles (+4,496)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,090 miles
    Test number
    716913229644
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop missing

  11. Pass61,594 miles (+3,587)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    61,594 miles
    Test number
    592701450302
    • Advisory1. Engine cover fitted 2. Under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Anti boll bar end bushes have slight Cracks / Splits (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass58,007 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,007 miles
    Test number
    297162215256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,405 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,405 miles
    Test number
    787454104260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,345 miles (+4,262)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,345 miles
    Test number
    737649394181
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail51,083 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,083 miles
    Test number
    537119383118
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  16. Pass51,083 miles (+3,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    51,083 miles
    Test number
    817039783149
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  17. Pass48,083 miles (+6,920)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,083 miles
    Test number
    718937982163
    • NoteOffside Front Seatbelt slow to retract

  18. Fail41,163 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,163 miles
    Test number
    269619581487
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  19. Pass41,163 miles (+6,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,163 miles
    Test number
    645799381110
    • NoteRear brake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass34,610 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,610 miles
    Test number
    270060590186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,907 miles (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,907 miles
    Test number
    580884409262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,259 miles (+4,619)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,259 miles
    Test number
    754778818252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,640 miles (+5,838)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,640 miles
    Test number
    311042147270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    14,802 miles
    Test number
    352337956203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 TWU

Does LL53 TWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 TWU expired on 4 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 TWU?
The MOT on LL53 TWU expired on 4 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 TWU done?
LL53 TWU was recorded at 96,467 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2022, an average of 5,012 miles a year.
Has LL53 TWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 TWU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 TWU 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 LL53 TWU find?
LL53 TWU failed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 11 more.

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