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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,497 cc

S21 GSAMOT history

S21 GSA is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
121,383 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 GSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 GSA was last recorded at 121,383 miles on 20 May 2026, 5,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,989 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,394 miles
Average per year
5,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,383 miles
  • 2025 – 115,989 miles
  • 2024 – 113,193 miles
  • 2023 – 107,949 miles
  • 2022 – 101,312 miles
  • 2021 – 97,638 miles
  • 2020 – 95,112 miles
  • 2019 – 88,317 miles
  • 2018 – 82,066 miles
  • 2017 – 75,636 miles
  • 2016 – 68,110 miles
  • 2015 – 60,040 miles
  • 2014 – 54,877 miles
  • 2013 – 44,814 miles
  • 2012 – 41,917 miles
  • 2011 – 36,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,383 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    121,383 miles
    Test number
    209885421081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,383 miles (+5,394)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,383 miles
    Test number
    967485526705
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass115,989 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    115,989 miles
    Test number
    942256510910
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail115,987 miles (+2,794)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,987 miles
    Test number
    208170885588
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,193 miles (+5,244)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,193 miles
    Test number
    354489174405
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass107,949 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    107,949 miles
    Test number
    908756238996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,849 miles (+6,537)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,849 miles
    Test number
    389131842924
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,312 miles (+3,674)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    101,312 miles
    Test number
    320233372412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass97,638 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    511989529669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,592 miles (+2,480)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,592 miles
    Test number
    979531642464
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass95,112 miles (+6,795)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,112 miles
    Test number
    557608870613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,317 miles (+6,251)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,317 miles
    Test number
    346134391604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,066 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,066 miles
    Test number
    162457730067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,052 miles (+6,416)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,052 miles
    Test number
    384359520753
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass75,636 miles (+7,526)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,636 miles
    Test number
    376867810879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,110 miles (+8,070)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,110 miles
    Test number
    670857049116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,040 miles
    Test number
    196786365171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,040 miles (+5,163)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,040 miles
    Test number
    448086165105
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass54,877 miles (+10,063)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,877 miles
    Test number
    249194864108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,814 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,814 miles
    Test number
    339642173187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,917 miles (+5,894)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,917 miles
    Test number
    375115332389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,023 miles
    Test number
    187715631353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,023 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,023 miles
    Test number
    405304431365
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S21 GSA

Does S21 GSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 GSA is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 GSA?
The MOT on S21 GSA is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 GSA done?
S21 GSA was recorded at 121,383 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 5,899 miles a year.
Has S21 GSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 GSA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 GSA 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 S21 GSA find?
S21 GSA passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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