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Kia Sorento

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,199 cc

W18 BPWMOT history

W18 BPW is a black diesel Kia Sorento first used on 28 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

W18 BPW black Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,274 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 BPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 BPW was last recorded at 105,274 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,236 miles · 25 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
5,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,274 miles
  • 2025 – 99,336 miles
  • 2024 – 95,215 miles
  • 2023 – 90,399 miles
  • 2022 – 83,531 miles
  • 2021 – 81,016 miles
  • 2020 – 74,539 miles
  • 2019 – 69,005 miles
  • 2018 – 62,622 miles
  • 2017 – 55,265 miles
  • 2016 – 47,537 miles
  • 2015 – 39,992 miles
  • 2014 – 34,131 miles
  • 2013 – 27,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,274 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust system is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • General under body corrosion, inner and outer sill corroded and weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes at exposed ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes at exposed ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,274 miles (+38)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,274 miles
    Test number
    537810890094
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail105,236 miles (+5,900)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,236 miles
    Test number
    206381795140
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,336 miles (+4,121)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,336 miles
    Test number
    153918153561
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass95,215 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    331590566307
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail95,210 miles (+4,811)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,210 miles
    Test number
    197358233306
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass90,399 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,399 miles
    Test number
    713466318126
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion, inner and outer sill corroded and weak

  7. Fail90,399 miles (+6,868)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,399 miles
    Test number
    809879669693
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion, inner and outer sill corroded and weak

  8. Pass83,531 miles (+2,515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,531 miles
    Test number
    758279904353
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Pass81,016 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,016 miles
    Test number
    175312919367
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes at exposed ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes at exposed ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail80,956 miles (+6,417)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,956 miles
    Test number
    482638325368
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front pipes at exposed ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes at exposed ends (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass74,539 miles (+5,534)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    74,539 miles
    Test number
    978684747305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,005 miles (+6,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    69,005 miles
    Test number
    970595006577
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Rigid pipe at end of flexi slight corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  13. Pass62,622 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,622 miles
    Test number
    996992510071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear seat folded down not allowing test of rear seat belts (dog cage fitted)

  14. Fail62,622 miles (+7,357)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,622 miles
    Test number
    257781361910
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear seat folded down not allowing test of rear seat belts (dog cage fitted)

  15. Pass55,265 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,265 miles
    Test number
    563288219675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,537 miles (+7,545)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,537 miles
    Test number
    418491177907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,992 miles
    Test number
    117914205161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,992 miles (+5,861)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,992 miles
    Test number
    155824905137
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass34,131 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,131 miles
    Test number
    859178204198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,370 miles
    Test number
    438135303194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W18 BPW

Does W18 BPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 BPW is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on W18 BPW?
The MOT on W18 BPW is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 BPW done?
W18 BPW was recorded at 105,274 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 5,977 miles a year.
Has W18 BPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 BPW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on W18 BPW 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 W18 BPW find?
W18 BPW passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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