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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,497 cc

LP59 RDUMOT history

LP59 RDU is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 23 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 159,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LP59 RDU black Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sorento, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
159,449 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP59 RDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP59 RDU was last recorded at 159,449 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 2,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 May 2015: 55,369 miles, lower than 58,335 miles on 1 May 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
157,081 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2,368 miles
Average per year
9,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,449 miles
  • 2025 – 146,614 miles
  • 2024 – 142,542 miles
  • 2023 – 136,678 miles
  • 2022 – 122,932 miles
  • 2021 – 110,485 miles
  • 2020 – 100,350 miles
  • 2019 – 91,632 miles
  • 2018 – 83,104 miles
  • 2017 – 76,854 miles
  • 2016 – 68,056 miles
  • 2015 – 55,369 miles
  • 2014 – 43,423 miles
  • 2013 – 31,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,449 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,449 miles (+2,368)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    159,449 miles
    Test number
    752519521407
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail157,081 miles (+10,467)2 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,081 miles
    Test number
    115081090470
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,614 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    146,614 miles
    Test number
    465138909768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,542 miles (+5,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    142,542 miles
    Test number
    918872027822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass136,678 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    136,678 miles
    Test number
    528919931506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail136,678 miles (+13,746)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,678 miles
    Test number
    123501239736
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,932 miles (+12,447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,932 miles
    Test number
    253659940395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,485 miles (+10,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    110,485 miles
    Test number
    826270342387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass100,350 miles (+8,718)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    100,350 miles
    Test number
    814377989701
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,632 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,632 miles
    Test number
    924906963013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail91,631 miles (+8,527)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,631 miles
    Test number
    226542971813
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass83,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,104 miles
    Test number
    586579481230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail83,104 miles (+6,250)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,104 miles
    Test number
    926203753304
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  14. Pass76,854 miles (+8,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,854 miles
    Test number
    729924057663
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges, offside heavy on inner edge

  15. Pass68,056 miles (+12,687)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,056 miles
    Test number
    112262486804
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear seats
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak from sump bung area
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOff side front lower arm bush splitting

  16. Pass55,369 miles (-2,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,369 miles
    Test number
    526221035109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail58,335 miles (+14,912)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,335 miles
    Test number
    405481725103
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass43,423 miles (+11,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,423 miles
    Test number
    727901924148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass31,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,932 miles
    Test number
    208696403121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP59 RDU

Does LP59 RDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP59 RDU is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP59 RDU?
The MOT on LP59 RDU is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP59 RDU done?
LP59 RDU was recorded at 159,449 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 9,494 miles a year.
Has LP59 RDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP59 RDU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP59 RDU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LP59 RDU find?
LP59 RDU passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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