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Kia Sorento

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

S6 MLDMOT history

S6 MLD is a blue diesel Kia Sorento first used on 25 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2025
Mileage
135,102 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 MLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 MLD was last recorded at 135,102 miles on 8 Aug 2024, 6,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,175 miles · 1 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,927 miles
Average per year
6,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,102 miles
  • 2023 – 128,175 miles
  • 2022 – 122,938 miles
  • 2021 – 117,012 miles
  • 2019 – 110,219 miles
  • 2018 – 104,194 miles
  • 2017 – 97,741 miles
  • 2016 – 90,388 miles
  • 2015 – 81,034 miles
  • 2014 – 73,077 miles
  • 2013 – 65,663 miles
  • 2012 – 59,512 miles
  • 2011 – 53,555 miles
  • 2010 – 47,056 miles
  • 2009 – 38,825 miles
  • 2008 – 29,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,102 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,102 miles (+6,927)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,102 miles
    Test number
    533869272399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,175 miles (+5,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,175 miles
    Test number
    209337670311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,938 miles (+5,926)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,938 miles
    Test number
    645618525361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,012 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    117,012 miles
    Test number
    566873362842
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail117,010 miles (+6,791)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,010 miles
    Test number
    274726132439
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,219 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,219 miles
    Test number
    902025559355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail110,218 miles (+6,024)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,218 miles
    Test number
    108460816149
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced by shocker (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass104,194 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,194 miles
    Test number
    670764969833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,192 miles (+6,451)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,192 miles
    Test number
    526117755104
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  10. Pass97,741 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,741 miles
    Test number
    768335970516
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail97,741 miles (+7,353)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,741 miles
    Test number
    299788536788
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass90,388 miles (+9,354)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,388 miles
    Test number
    287685559614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,034 miles (+7,957)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,034 miles
    Test number
    278671035441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,077 miles (+7,414)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,077 miles
    Test number
    645198624142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,663 miles
    Test number
    366222823112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,663 miles (+6,151)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,663 miles
    Test number
    746412023135
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass59,512 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,512 miles
    Test number
    707952422167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,555 miles (+6,499)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,555 miles
    Test number
    995476691084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,056 miles (+95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,056 miles
    Test number
    970611970062
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail46,961 miles (+8,136)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,961 miles
    Test number
    784164260037
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass38,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,825 miles
    Test number
    282122779075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,825 miles (+9,099)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,825 miles
    Test number
    422462479015
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass29,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,726 miles
    Test number
    104561868036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 MLD

Does S6 MLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S6 MLD expired on 7 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S6 MLD?
The MOT on S6 MLD expired on 7 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S6 MLD done?
S6 MLD was recorded at 135,102 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2024, an average of 6,410 miles a year.
Has S6 MLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 MLD has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S6 MLD 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 S6 MLD find?
S6 MLD passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2024 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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