Yes, FD56 VBA is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 July 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for FD56 VBA?

The MOT for FD56 VBA is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of FD56 VBA?

The recorded mileage for FD56 VBA is 184,539 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FD56 VBA ULEZ compliant?

No, FD56 VBA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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Road Tax Paid

2006 KIA Sorento 2.5L Diesel · FD56 VBA

FD56 VBA

2006 KIA Sorento (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/12/2006. Recorded mileage 184,539 miles. MOT valid until 23/01/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model: KIA SORENTO
Year / Origin: 2006 · Nottingham
MOT Status: Valid until 23/01/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 184,539 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 23/01/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/07/2027

Mileage: 184,539 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 2006
Engine: 2497cc

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FD56 VBA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2026
184,539 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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FD56 VBA Mileage History

12/01/2024174,953 mi
22/01/2025180,949 mi+5,996 mi
24/01/2025180,962 mi+13 mi
19/01/2026184,535 mi+3,573 mi
20/01/2026184,539 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 4,737 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FD56 VBA MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 3 Sept 2026, 01:19

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Kia Sorento (FD56 VBA) between January 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill ”; “Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.

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