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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 2,199 cc

S18 DPEMOT history

S18 DPE is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 7 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 161,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

S18 DPE silver Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sorento, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
161,905 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 DPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
7 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 DPE was last recorded at 161,905 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,905 miles · 17 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,905 miles
  • 2025 – 142,427 miles
  • 2024 – 125,652 miles
  • 2023 – 108,243 miles
  • 2022 – 98,464 miles
  • 2021 – 89,174 miles
  • 2020 – 80,857 miles
  • 2019 – 69,050 miles
  • 2018 – 59,035 miles
  • 2017 – 46,005 miles
  • 2016 – 33,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,905 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel suspect column not rack (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 10 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    161,905 miles
    Test number
    499418285136
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel suspect column not rack (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail161,905 miles (+19,478)4 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,905 miles
    Test number
    667948712778
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel suspect column not rack (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass142,427 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    142,427 miles
    Test number
    142516706224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail142,426 miles (+16,774)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,426 miles
    Test number
    838873819636
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass125,652 miles (+17,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    125,652 miles
    Test number
    957000089316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass108,243 miles (+9,779)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,243 miles
    Test number
    836792267167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,464 miles (+9,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,464 miles
    Test number
    481710947674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play outer track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes as they meet flexi hoses in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass89,174 miles (+8,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,174 miles
    Test number
    131286763429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass80,857 miles (+11,807)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,857 miles
    Test number
    397125153950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    69,050 miles
    Test number
    952834573811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,050 miles (+10,015)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,050 miles
    Test number
    678155148915
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass59,035 miles (+13,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,035 miles
    Test number
    889743187953
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass46,005 miles (+12,581)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    46,005 miles
    Test number
    491007246960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,424 miles
    Test number
    190749031040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S18 DPE

Does S18 DPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 DPE is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 DPE?
The MOT on S18 DPE 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 S18 DPE done?
S18 DPE was recorded at 161,905 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 12,822 miles a year.
Has S18 DPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 DPE has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 DPE 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 S18 DPE find?
S18 DPE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel suspect column not rack.

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