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Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,497 cc

T999 RTSMOT history

T999 RTS is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 163,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2024
Mileage
163,877 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T999 RTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T999 RTS was last recorded at 163,877 miles on 24 May 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,869 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
8,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 163,877 miles
  • 2022 – 162,985 miles
  • 2020 – 160,774 miles
  • 2019 – 157,856 miles
  • 2018 – 151,262 miles
  • 2017 – 142,730 miles
  • 2016 – 131,361 miles
  • 2015 – 119,172 miles
  • 2014 – 105,021 miles
  • 2013 – 85,493 miles
  • 2012 – 68,261 miles
  • 2011 – 60,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,877 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front prop shaft missing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • General under body corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,877 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    163,877 miles
    Test number
    200865299544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,869 miles (+884)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,869 miles
    Test number
    710079075659
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,985 miles (+2,211)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    162,985 miles
    Test number
    820168916292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass160,774 miles (+2,918)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    160,774 miles
    Test number
    753544825122
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  5. Pass157,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,856 miles
    Test number
    888450803224
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail157,856 miles (+6,594)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,856 miles
    Test number
    654038904850
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sil holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sil holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,262 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,262 miles
    Test number
    184782406176
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft missing.
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail151,259 miles (+8,529)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,259 miles
    Test number
    116418317136
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront prop shaft missing.
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass142,730 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,730 miles
    Test number
    695164150054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to body and chassis

  10. Fail142,730 miles (+266)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,730 miles
    Test number
    562122380517
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to body and chassis

  11. Fail142,464 miles (+11,103)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,464 miles
    Test number
    494998715260
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear x/member / rear susp arm mounts (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion door step/outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing

  12. Pass131,361 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    131,361 miles
    Test number
    780767967384
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryNail nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel arch cover broken
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop lose but not likley to fall off

  13. Fail131,361 miles (+12,189)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,361 miles
    Test number
    901000447199
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft missing
    • AdvisoryNail nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel arch cover broken
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop lose but not likley to fall off

  14. Pass119,172 miles (+60)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    119,172 miles
    Test number
    359751035185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront propshaft removed

  15. Fail119,112 miles (+14,091)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,112 miles
    Test number
    258326225144
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront propshaft removed

  16. Pass105,021 miles (+43)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,021 miles
    Test number
    306469824105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront propshaft removed
    • NoteNearside wiper poor condition

  17. Fail104,978 miles (+19,485)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,978 miles
    Test number
    428670524110
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront propshaft removed
    • NoteRear axle case badly corroded in all areas
    • NoteNearside wiper poor condition

  18. Pass85,493 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    85,493 miles
    Test number
    516145943019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  19. Fail85,483 miles (+17,222)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,483 miles
    Test number
    449044443037
    • 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)
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  20. Pass68,261 miles (+7,791)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,261 miles
    Test number
    587250032035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,470 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,470 miles
    Test number
    508064031063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T999 RTS

Does T999 RTS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T999 RTS expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T999 RTS?
The MOT on T999 RTS expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T999 RTS done?
T999 RTS was recorded at 163,877 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 8,406 miles a year.
Has T999 RTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T999 RTS has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T999 RTS 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 T999 RTS find?
T999 RTS passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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