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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1992 · 2,370 cc

K53 GEXMOT history

K53 GEX is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 8 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 193,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

K53 GEX white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
193,394 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K53 GEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
8 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K53 GEX was last recorded at 193,394 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,038 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
356 miles
Average per year
4,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,394 miles
  • 2025 – 193,038 miles
  • 2024 – 192,194 miles
  • 2023 – 188,442 miles
  • 2022 – 187,040 miles
  • 2021 – 184,449 miles
  • 2020 – 177,266 miles
  • 2019 – 169,451 miles
  • 2018 – 162,020 miles
  • 2017 – 154,843 miles
  • 2016 – 146,427 miles
  • 2015 – 139,326 miles
  • 2014 – 130,743 miles
  • 2013 – 124,127 miles
  • 2012 – 118,490 miles
  • 2011 – 111,744 miles
  • 2010 – 108,546 miles
  • 2009 – 107,196 miles
  • 2008 – 103,779 miles
  • 2007 – 98,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,394 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Main

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear From Load Valve to Flexi Hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 31 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,394 miles (+356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    193,394 miles
    Test number
    436920755034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded
  2. Pass193,038 miles (+844)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    193,038 miles
    Test number
    647504717676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle is corroded
  3. Pass192,194 miles (+3,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    192,194 miles
    Test number
    216496539182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing noisy
  4. Pass188,442 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    188,442 miles
    Test number
    802241430019
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear From Load Valve to Flexi Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail188,441 miles (+1,401)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,441 miles
    Test number
    298946063568
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear From Load Valve to Flexi Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass187,040 miles (+2,591)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    187,040 miles
    Test number
    507320137598
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rear (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass184,449 miles (+2)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    184,449 miles
    Test number
    423549896611
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps had to work switch a couple of times before they came on (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shocks Rusty
  8. Fail184,447 miles (+7,181)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,447 miles
    Test number
    242222222190
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps had to work switch a couple of times before they came on (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shocks Rusty
  9. Pass177,266 miles (+7,815)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    177,266 miles
    Test number
    610116338841
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock covers rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass169,451 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,451 miles
    Test number
    573465119058
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  11. Fail169,451 miles (+7,431)1 dangerous3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,451 miles
    Test number
    286398227409
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  12. Pass162,020 miles (+7,177)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    162,020 miles
    Test number
    900657541601
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front and both main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp has a chip in glass
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre badly worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre started to get low
  13. Pass154,843 miles (+8,416)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    154,843 miles
    Test number
    158155985663
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp has a chip
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both rear (2.7.2a)
  14. Pass146,427 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    146,427 miles
    Test number
    993083935713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S headlamp chipped not effecting beam image at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/S/R shock cover broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Fail146,427 miles (+7,101)1 failure3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,427 miles
    Test number
    578749880095
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S headlamp chipped not effecting beam image at time of test
    • AdvisoryO/S/R shock cover broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Pass139,326 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    139,326 miles
    Test number
    609057595107
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Fail139,326 miles (+8,583)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,326 miles
    Test number
    748294795173
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre in poor condition
  18. Pass130,743 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    130,743 miles
    Test number
    967402724191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches starting to rust
    • NoteN/S/F head lamp chiped not affecting beam image at time of test
    • NoteO/S/R tyre starting to perrish
    • NoteO/S/R wheel arch starting to rust
    • NoteSlight play in the upper steering colum system
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder side of van rusty
  19. Fail130,743 miles (+6,616)6 failures1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,743 miles
    Test number
    297141324494
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wheel arches starting to rust
    • NoteN/S/F head lamp chiped not affecting beam image at time of test
    • NoteO/S/R tyre starting to perrish
    • NoteO/S/R wheel arch starting to rust
    • NoteSlight play in the upper steering colum system
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering fluid level is on the min mark
    • NoteUnder side of van rusty
    • NoteWater level below min mark
  20. Pass124,127 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    124,127 miles
    Test number
    616421823153
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust getting very rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on sidewall
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Fail124,127 miles (+5,637)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,127 miles
    Test number
    285200923478
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust getting very rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on sidewall
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass118,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    118,490 miles
    Test number
    546856712143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail118,490 miles (+6,746)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,490 miles
    Test number
    549556712103
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  24. Pass111,744 miles (+3,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    111,744 miles
    Test number
    525766051047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  25. Pass108,546 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    108,546 miles
    Test number
    391750810141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    107,196 miles
    Test number
    782354209257
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Fail107,196 miles (+3,417)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,196 miles
    Test number
    324093609455
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater light flashing on dash
  28. Fail103,779 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,779 miles
    Test number
    414512058192
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  29. Pass103,779 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    103,779 miles
    Test number
    423402458192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass98,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    101811157120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail98,344 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    424061157158
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about K53 GEX

Does K53 GEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K53 GEX is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K53 GEX?
The MOT on K53 GEX is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K53 GEX done?
K53 GEX was recorded at 193,394 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,970 miles a year.
Has K53 GEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K53 GEX has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on K53 GEX 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 K53 GEX find?
K53 GEX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; underside of vehicle is corroded.

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