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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,497 cc

LX54 KSKMOT history

LX54 KSK is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2026
Mileage
149,873 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 KSK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX54 KSK was last recorded at 149,873 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 10,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,985 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,888 miles
Average per year
7,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,873 miles
  • 2024 – 138,985 miles
  • 2023 – 108,537 miles
  • 2021 – 98,370 miles
  • 2020 – 93,479 miles
  • 2019 – 89,555 miles
  • 2018 – 83,093 miles
  • 2017 – 74,457 miles
  • 2016 – 70,245 miles
  • 2015 – 66,651 miles
  • 2014 – 61,804 miles
  • 2013 – 56,706 miles
  • 2012 – 51,127 miles
  • 2011 – 44,310 miles
  • 2010 – 38,340 miles
  • 2009 – 31,307 miles
  • 2008 – 25,225 miles
  • 2007 – 19,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,873 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery leaking (4.13 (b))
  • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Power steering component insecure rack bolt loose (2.1.5 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch when door open (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexis (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryChassis rail mounts corroded
  • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded
  • AdvisorySill protectors fitted

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under body surface rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,873 miles (+10,888)15 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,873 miles
    Test number
    759232724425
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery leaking (4.13 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Power steering component insecure rack bolt loose (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch when door open (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis rail mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded
    • AdvisorySill protectors fitted

  2. Pass138,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    138,985 miles
    Test number
    845677388848
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Fail138,984 miles (+13,109)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,984 miles
    Test number
    633135337572
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass125,875 miles (+175)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,875 miles
    Test number
    839369645416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  5. Fail125,700 miles (+17,163)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,700 miles
    Test number
    395033314104
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  6. Pass108,537 miles (+10,167)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,537 miles
    Test number
    885545146019
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Door side step is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Under body corroded

  7. Pass98,370 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,370 miles
    Test number
    604547729367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,367 miles (+4,888)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,367 miles
    Test number
    645298409821
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass93,479 miles (+228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    93,479 miles
    Test number
    300749614677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail93,251 miles (+3,696)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,251 miles
    Test number
    881095217742
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass89,555 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,555 miles
    Test number
    279375540086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,552 miles (+6,459)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,552 miles
    Test number
    681922812472
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass83,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    822618038163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  14. Fail83,090 miles (+8,633)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,090 miles
    Test number
    236739449274
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  15. Pass74,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    74,457 miles
    Test number
    245587455889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,457 miles (+4,212)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,457 miles
    Test number
    357986730642
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass70,245 miles (+3,594)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    70,245 miles
    Test number
    497877776747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,651 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,651 miles
    Test number
    234998230329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,804 miles (+5,098)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    61,804 miles
    Test number
    577321154308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,706 miles (+5,579)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,706 miles
    Test number
    176961053363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,127 miles (+6,817)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,127 miles
    Test number
    598905752376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,310 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    44,310 miles
    Test number
    258745151336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,340 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,340 miles
    Test number
    850490550307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,307 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    31,307 miles
    Test number
    483215459397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,225 miles (+5,881)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,225 miles
    Test number
    920237858367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,344 miles
    Test number
    502673257313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 KSK

Does LX54 KSK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 KSK expired on 10 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 KSK?
The MOT on LX54 KSK expired on 10 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 KSK done?
LX54 KSK was recorded at 149,873 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 7,229 miles a year.
Has LX54 KSK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 KSK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LX54 KSK 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 LX54 KSK find?
LX54 KSK failed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 15 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; battery leaking; central stop lamp(s) not working, and 20 more.

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