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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,497 cc

T26 MSLMOT history

T26 MSL is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 16 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2021 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 83,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2021
Mileage
83,847 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 MSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T26 MSL was last recorded at 83,847 miles on 2 Nov 2022, 17,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,990 miles · 15 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
17,857 miles
Average per year
5,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 83,847 miles
  • 2020 – 65,990 miles
  • 2019 – 62,397 miles
  • 2018 – 59,004 miles
  • 2017 – 53,805 miles
  • 2016 – 47,777 miles
  • 2015 – 43,554 miles
  • 2014 – 40,258 miles
  • 2013 – 36,654 miles
  • 2012 – 31,751 miles
  • 2011 – 23,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,847 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,847 miles (+17,857)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,847 miles
    Test number
    740261439978
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass65,990 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,990 miles
    Test number
    671796485900
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail65,989 miles (+3,592)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    631519923678
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass62,397 miles (+3,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,397 miles
    Test number
    378697217224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,004 miles
    Test number
    778955895993
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail59,004 miles (+5,199)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,004 miles
    Test number
    858662186468
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass53,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,805 miles
    Test number
    728489669078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail53,805 miles (+6,028)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,805 miles
    Test number
    691804260912
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass47,777 miles (+4,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,777 miles
    Test number
    480696407611
    • AdvisoryBoth front upper ball joints have slight play

  10. Pass43,554 miles (+3,296)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,554 miles
    Test number
    995724985187
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass40,258 miles (+3,604)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,258 miles
    Test number
    455603884175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass36,654 miles (+324)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,654 miles
    Test number
    765660193151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsr seat belt not checked child seat fitted
    • NoteSlight oil leak from front ns intercooler hose

  13. Pass36,330 miles (+4,579)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,330 miles
    Test number
    289715463171
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsr seat belt not checked child seat fitted
    • NoteSlight oil leak from nsf intercooler hose

  14. Fail31,751 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,751 miles
    Test number
    145310682161
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass31,751 miles (+217)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,751 miles
    Test number
    408380482173
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass31,534 miles (+8,339)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,534 miles
    Test number
    328070232027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,195 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,195 miles
    Test number
    828408311085
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T26 MSL

Does T26 MSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T26 MSL expired on 24 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T26 MSL?
The MOT on T26 MSL expired on 24 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T26 MSL done?
T26 MSL was recorded at 83,847 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2022, an average of 5,145 miles a year.
Has T26 MSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 MSL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T26 MSL 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 T26 MSL find?
T26 MSL failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects and 2 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under sill, and 10 more.

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