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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,497 cc

LR59 KCYMOT history

LR59 KCY is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 4 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
123,804 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 KCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 KCY was last recorded at 123,804 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,821 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
983 miles
Average per year
6,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,804 miles
  • 2025 – 122,821 miles
  • 2024 – 120,235 miles
  • 2023 – 116,777 miles
  • 2022 – 112,482 miles
  • 2021 – 107,602 miles
  • 2020 – 102,512 miles
  • 2019 – 96,231 miles
  • 2018 – 91,949 miles
  • 2017 – 84,890 miles
  • 2016 – 77,882 miles
  • 2015 – 70,965 miles
  • 2014 – 61,910 miles
  • 2013 – 49,362 miles
  • 2012 – 37,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,804 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
  • AdvisoryO/s/r brake back plate heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryRear chassi corroded
  • AdvisoryRear upper support bar heavily corroded

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, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,804 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    123,804 miles
    Test number
    516232167351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake back plate heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear chassi corroded
    • AdvisoryRear upper support bar heavily corroded

  2. Fail123,804 miles (+983)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,804 miles
    Test number
    114149538642
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to oil over filled (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake back plate heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear chassi corroded
    • AdvisoryRear upper support bar heavily corroded

  3. Pass122,821 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    122,821 miles
    Test number
    742058259969
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  4. Fail122,820 miles (+2,585)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,820 miles
    Test number
    406470044867
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin EGR pipe leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle corroded

  5. Pass120,235 miles (+3,458)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    120,235 miles
    Test number
    401817081020
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Broken and in very poor condition. (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Lot of oil all around the front and over the engine and gearbox area's ? (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside all over has heavy corrosion.

  6. Pass116,777 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,777 miles
    Test number
    870279917338
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle casing rusty
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails at rear have surface corrosion

  7. Fail116,749 miles (+4,267)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,749 miles
    Test number
    474542663407
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (both pipes) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values limit 1.09 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle casing rusty

  8. Pass112,482 miles (+4,880)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,482 miles
    Test number
    710809519176
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass107,602 miles (+5,090)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,602 miles
    Test number
    865129522655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,512 miles
    Test number
    517265667090
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail102,512 miles (+6,281)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,512 miles
    Test number
    859391938168
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass96,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,231 miles
    Test number
    919082853559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,231 miles (+4,282)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,231 miles
    Test number
    116333364763
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

  14. Pass91,949 miles (+7,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,949 miles
    Test number
    654966388681
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension arm corroded.

  15. Pass84,890 miles (+7,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    201494296157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn thin on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass77,882 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,882 miles
    Test number
    656112054655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,965 miles (+9,055)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,965 miles
    Test number
    276775696254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,910 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,910 miles
    Test number
    906026444238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,907 miles (+12,545)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,907 miles
    Test number
    708865834209
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass49,362 miles (+11,739)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,362 miles
    Test number
    305962733217
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak from front of engine area

  21. Pass37,623 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,623 miles
    Test number
    786484842238
    • NoteCuts in front tyres needs attention
    • NoteFront tyres close to limits (raised tread)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LR59 KCY

Does LR59 KCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 KCY is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 KCY?
The MOT on LR59 KCY is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 KCY done?
LR59 KCY was recorded at 123,804 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 6,223 miles a year.
Has LR59 KCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 KCY has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 KCY 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 LR59 KCY find?
LR59 KCY passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; all rear suspension arms corroded, and 3 more.

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