2007 KIA Sedona 2.9L Diesel · LC57 WKM
2007 KIA Sedona (2.9L, diesel). First registered 16 Nov 2007. Recorded mileage 92,904 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SEDONA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,904 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC57 WKM Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/12/2025
- 92,904 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC57 WKM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Kia Sedona (LC57 WKM) between November 2010 and December 2025.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 15 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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 Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system caliper (1.1.12 (c) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
LC57 WKM Mileage History
- 18/11/201028,855 mi
- 09/01/201233,638 mi+4,783 mi
- 10/01/201233,638 mi
- 10/12/201237,428 mi+3,790 mi
- 17/12/201237,260 mi-168 mi
- 11/12/201341,637 mi+4,377 mi
- 10/12/201446,624 mi+4,987 mi
- 10/12/201552,158 mi+5,534 mi
- 19/12/201658,635 mi+6,477 mi
- 11/12/201763,593 mi+4,958 mi
- 10/12/201865,169 mi+1,576 mi
- 10/12/201970,565 mi+5,396 mi
- 10/12/201970,565 mi
- 22/12/202074,862 mi+4,297 mi
- 10/12/202179,359 mi+4,497 mi
- 10/12/202179,359 mi
- 13/12/202282,918 mi+3,559 mi
- 17/12/202282,920 mi+2 mi
- 12/12/202387,852 mi+4,932 mi
- 11/12/202491,334 mi+3,482 mi
- 15/12/202592,904 mi+1,570 mi
Average of roughly 4,249 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Kia Sedona
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: KIA SEDONA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant Loss(Serious)
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator Failure(Moderate)
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant LossSerious
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator FailureModerate
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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