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Kia Sorento

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 2,199 cc

Y5 THWMOT history

Y5 THW is a silver diesel Kia Sorento first used on 5 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

Y5 THW silver Kia Sorento – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sorento, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,969 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 THW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sorento
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
5 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 THW was last recorded at 101,969 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,830 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
139 miles
Average per year
6,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,969 miles
  • 2025 – 94,153 miles
  • 2024 – 88,230 miles
  • 2023 – 84,436 miles
  • 2022 – 82,154 miles
  • 2021 – 79,680 miles
  • 2020 – 78,748 miles
  • 2019 – 74,828 miles
  • 2018 – 74,769 miles
  • 2017 – 71,151 miles
  • 2015 – 65,480 miles
  • 2014 – 43,679 miles
  • 2013 – 24,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,969 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear subframe heavily corroded, covered in waxoylRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear axle has been undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,969 miles (+139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,969 miles
    Test number
    543539131745
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe heavily corroded, covered in waxoyl

  2. Fail101,830 miles (+7,677)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,830 miles
    Test number
    893216001431
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe heavily corroded, covered in waxoyl

  3. Pass94,153 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    188393396846
    • AdvisoryRear axle has been undersealed

  4. Fail94,153 miles (+5,923)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    751412722782
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has been undersealed

  5. Pass88,230 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,230 miles
    Test number
    592794717971
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail88,230 miles (+3,794)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,230 miles
    Test number
    449471750926
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,436 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,436 miles
    Test number
    357710719152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,394 miles (+2,240)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,394 miles
    Test number
    175841786267
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass82,154 miles (+2,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    82,154 miles
    Test number
    717118249585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass79,680 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    79,680 miles
    Test number
    559669736718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,748 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,748 miles
    Test number
    580582361787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,828 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,828 miles
    Test number
    443906518170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,769 miles
    Test number
    235286654450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail74,769 miles (+3,618)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,769 miles
    Test number
    572265040069
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush front arm front bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush arm front bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass71,151 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,151 miles
    Test number
    634493364288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail71,141 miles (+5,661)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,141 miles
    Test number
    214657257348
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering retaining device insecure steering u/j loose (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass65,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,480 miles
    Test number
    997248045332
    • 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)

  18. Fail65,480 miles (+21,801)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,480 miles
    Test number
    582076706476
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass43,679 miles (+18,917)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,679 miles
    Test number
    508930694231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,762 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    24,762 miles
    Test number
    415406403386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about Y5 THW

Does Y5 THW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 THW is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 THW?
The MOT on Y5 THW is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 THW done?
Y5 THW was recorded at 101,969 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 6,300 miles a year.
Has Y5 THW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 THW has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 THW 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 Y5 THW find?
Y5 THW passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: corrosion to underside of vehicle and components; oil leak, but not excessive; rear subframe heavily corroded, covered in waxoyl.

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