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Toyota Previa

Beige · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

LS53 VFUMOT history

LS53 VFU is a beige diesel Toyota Previa first used on 25 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 157,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2025
Mileage
157,324 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Toyota
Model
Previa
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VFU was last recorded at 157,324 miles on 30 Aug 2024, 6,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,781 miles · 28 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
6,543 miles
Average per year
7,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 157,324 miles
  • 2023 – 150,781 miles
  • 2022 – 145,833 miles
  • 2021 – 142,742 miles
  • 2020 – 138,644 miles
  • 2019 – 131,564 miles
  • 2018 – 124,049 miles
  • 2017 – 116,073 miles
  • 2016 – 109,024 miles
  • 2015 – 100,928 miles
  • 2014 – 92,671 miles
  • 2013 – 89,826 miles
  • 2012 – 80,504 miles
  • 2011 – 70,993 miles
  • 2010 – 63,153 miles
  • 2009 – 56,760 miles
  • 2008 – 54,619 miles
  • 2007 – 44,029 miles
  • 2006 – 32,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,324 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,324 miles (+6,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    157,324 miles
    Test number
    663485614854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,781 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    150,781 miles
    Test number
    531810571115
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,779 miles (+4,946)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,779 miles
    Test number
    920187853322
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,833 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    145,833 miles
    Test number
    866548141957
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail145,790 miles (+3,048)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,790 miles
    Test number
    152706607837
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass142,742 miles (+4,098)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    142,742 miles
    Test number
    202270676392
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/R16 RAPID (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/60/R16 RAPID (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,644 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    138,644 miles
    Test number
    131552760246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail138,594 miles (+7,030)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,594 miles
    Test number
    878722518170
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass131,564 miles (+210)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,564 miles
    Test number
    589778203492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail131,354 miles (+7,305)1 dangerous7 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,354 miles
    Test number
    707454223204
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass124,049 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    124,049 miles
    Test number
    675034373660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail124,044 miles (+7,971)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,044 miles
    Test number
    998843515682
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass116,073 miles (+7,049)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    116,073 miles
    Test number
    573960698137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass109,024 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    148771179915
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main axle bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail109,024 miles (+241)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,024 miles
    Test number
    363718199151
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main axle bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main axle bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail108,783 miles (+7,855)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,783 miles
    Test number
    930684259363
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass100,928 miles (+8,257)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,928 miles
    Test number
    125837655060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass92,671 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,671 miles
    Test number
    109954644006
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail92,671 miles (+2,845)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,671 miles
    Test number
    425324744021
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass89,826 miles (+3,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    327731413243
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail86,463 miles (+5,959)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,463 miles
    Test number
    156456463048
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  22. Pass80,504 miles (+9,511)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    80,504 miles
    Test number
    875937162024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass70,993 miles (+7,840)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,993 miles
    Test number
    339417921052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass63,153 miles (+6,393)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,153 miles
    Test number
    951978820074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside third row seat belt not fully inspected due to seat not in use at time of test
    • NoteOffside, centre and nearside rear seat belts not fully inspected due to child seats fitted at time of test

  25. Pass56,760 miles (+2,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,760 miles
    Test number
    904177849070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass54,619 miles (+10,590)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,619 miles
    Test number
    782186328324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,029 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,029 miles
    Test number
    290321737318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail43,898 miles (+11,675)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,898 miles
    Test number
    641743027390
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass32,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,223 miles
    Test number
    211514926322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VFU

Does LS53 VFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 VFU expired on 29 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VFU?
The MOT on LS53 VFU expired on 29 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 VFU done?
LS53 VFU was recorded at 157,324 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2024, an average of 7,037 miles a year.
Has LS53 VFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VFU has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 VFU 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 LS53 VFU find?
LS53 VFU passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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