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When is the MOT due for JE53 JOY?

The MOT for JE53 JOY is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of JE53 JOY?

The recorded mileage for JE53 JOY is 126,514 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is JE53 JOY ULEZ compliant?

No, JE53 JOY 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

MOT Valid

2006 KIA Sorento 2.5L Diesel · JE53 JOY

JE53 JOY

2006 KIA Sorento (2.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 126,514 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027.

Make & Model: KIA SORENTO
Year / Origin: 2006
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 126,514 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2006

Engine

2497cc

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JE53 JOY Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
126,514 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
16 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (44 mentions)

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JE53 JOY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Nov 2026, 03:18

MOT Analysis

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Kia Sorento (JE53 JOY) between November 2009 and July 2026.

The record contains 18 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (44 issues), Lighting (20 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 67 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”.

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JE53 JOY Mileage History

05/11/200920,694 mi
05/01/201127,227 mi+6,533 mi
05/01/201127,227 mi
16/03/201234,350 mi+7,123 mi
05/04/201340,412 mi+6,062 mi
05/04/201340,412 mi
28/06/201340,909 mi+497 mi
02/07/201340,909 mi
01/07/201449,213 mi+8,304 mi
10/06/201556,996 mi+7,783 mi
10/06/201556,996 mi
05/07/201665,473 mi+8,477 mi
05/07/201773,445 mi+7,972 mi
05/07/201773,445 mi
04/07/201882,630 mi+9,185 mi
06/07/201882,630 mi
06/07/201991,577 mi+8,947 mi
08/07/202098,347 mi+6,770 mi
13/07/202098,348 mi+1 mi
13/07/202098,348 mi
08/07/2021105,107 mi+6,759 mi
23/06/2022110,253 mi+5,146 mi
12/07/2023115,779 mi+5,526 mi
12/07/2023115,779 mi
25/06/2024119,571 mi+3,792 mi
25/06/2024119,571 mi
01/07/2025123,013 mi+3,442 mi
08/07/2026126,514 mi+3,501 mi
17/07/2026126,514 mi

Average of roughly 6,338 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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