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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 2,199 cc

S18 LEKMOT history

S18 LEK is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 29 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 115,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

S18 LEK silver Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sorento, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,598 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 LEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 LEK was last recorded at 115,598 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 5,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,877 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,721 miles
Average per year
7,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,598 miles
  • 2025 – 109,877 miles
  • 2024 – 103,111 miles
  • 2023 – 96,186 miles
  • 2022 – 81,316 miles
  • 2021 – 71,548 miles
  • 2020 – 65,024 miles
  • 2019 – 57,124 miles
  • 2018 – 50,307 miles
  • 2016 – 44,315 miles
  • 2015 – 36,930 miles
  • 2014 – 27,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,598 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,598 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,598 miles
    Test number
    789887699975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,598 miles (+5,721)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,598 miles
    Test number
    358776509011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass109,877 miles (+8)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,877 miles
    Test number
    962092332037
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail109,869 miles (+6,758)1 dangerous6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,869 miles
    Test number
    367768665262
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative Both inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn + cover split not preventing ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underneath suspension components corroded

  5. Pass103,111 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    103,111 miles
    Test number
    764818664475
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + heavy inner edge wear - down to second skin (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  6. Fail103,111 miles (+6,925)1 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,111 miles
    Test number
    143734505752
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/65 17 108W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + heavy inner edge wear - down to second skin (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  7. Pass96,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,186 miles
    Test number
    676265650379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,186 miles (+14,870)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,186 miles
    Test number
    374110537959
    • MajorShock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function both rears (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass81,316 miles (+9,768)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,316 miles
    Test number
    187163081746
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside

  10. Pass71,548 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,548 miles
    Test number
    133801248648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail71,546 miles (+6,522)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,546 miles
    Test number
    804005492378
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded main at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,024 miles (+7,900)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,024 miles
    Test number
    391573706683
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass57,124 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,124 miles
    Test number
    997374993518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail57,123 miles (+6,816)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,123 miles
    Test number
    335135620147
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass50,307 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,307 miles
    Test number
    229989558667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Fail50,306 miles (+5,991)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,306 miles
    Test number
    594132125611
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  17. Pass44,315 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    44,315 miles
    Test number
    426552778910
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp broken&insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished slightly&inner edges shoulder uneven wear

  18. Fail44,315 miles (+7,385)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,315 miles
    Test number
    454129069754
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn&smearing (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp broken&insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished slightly&inner edges shoulder uneven wear

  19. Pass36,930 miles (+9,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    36,930 miles
    Test number
    918530651819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp damaged&insecure
    • AdvisoryUnder tray damaged&INSECURE

  20. Pass27,695 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,695 miles
    Test number
    188176374258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine undercover broken up.
    • NoteFront fog light insecure inside bumper.

  21. Fail27,694 miles1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,694 miles
    Test number
    718004874296
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine undercover broken up.
    • NoteFront fog light insecure inside bumper.

Questions about S18 LEK

Does S18 LEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 LEK is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 LEK?
The MOT on S18 LEK is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 LEK done?
S18 LEK was recorded at 115,598 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 7,400 miles a year.
Has S18 LEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 LEK has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 LEK 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 LEK find?
S18 LEK passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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