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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 2,199 cc

LM65 VGCMOT history

LM65 VGC is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 23 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 73,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LM65 VGC black Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sorento, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,602 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM65 VGC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
23 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM65 VGC was last recorded at 73,602 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 8,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,140 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,462 miles
Average per year
6,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,602 miles
  • 2025 – 65,140 miles
  • 2024 – 55,312 miles
  • 2023 – 47,820 miles
  • 2022 – 42,086 miles
  • 2021 – 35,850 miles
  • 2020 – 31,856 miles
  • 2019 – 26,427 miles
  • 2018 – 21,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,602 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff forward bush

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 Gearbox mounting defective differential forward bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 10 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,602 miles (+8,462)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,602 miles
    Test number
    436039975460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Gearbox mounting defective diff forward bush
  2. Pass65,140 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    65,140 miles
    Test number
    123038372111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Gearbox mounting defective differential forward bush
  3. Fail65,135 miles (+9,823)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    819102609400
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Gearbox mounting defective differential forward bush
  4. Pass55,312 miles (+7,492)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,312 miles
    Test number
    571317988036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Gearbox mounting defective Differential forward bush split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass47,820 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    47,820 miles
    Test number
    984440847356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,086 miles (+6,236)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    42,086 miles
    Test number
    967934247399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,850 miles (+3,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    35,850 miles
    Test number
    434975518851
    • AdvisoryRear Slight perishing to both tyre treads.
  8. Pass31,856 miles (+5,429)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    31,856 miles
    Test number
    188412040066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,427 miles
    Test number
    995817717716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail26,427 miles (+4,621)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,427 miles
    Test number
    567613506207
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass21,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    21,806 miles
    Test number
    843423862037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail21,806 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,806 miles
    Test number
    721273954819
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LM65 VGC

Does LM65 VGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM65 VGC is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM65 VGC?
The MOT on LM65 VGC is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM65 VGC done?
LM65 VGC was recorded at 73,602 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,704 miles a year.
Has LM65 VGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM65 VGC has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LM65 VGC 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 LM65 VGC find?
LM65 VGC passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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