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Volkswagen Transporter

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,500 cc

S53 BEUMOT history

S53 BEU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 155,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

S53 BEU silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
155,485 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 BEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 BEU was last recorded at 155,485 miles on 14 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,474 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,485 miles
  • 2025 – 151,243 miles
  • 2024 – 147,681 miles
  • 2023 – 145,154 miles
  • 2022 – 138,919 miles
  • 2021 – 134,766 miles
  • 2020 – 131,522 miles
  • 2019 – 128,443 miles
  • 2018 – 122,118 miles
  • 2017 – 115,759 miles
  • 2016 – 109,586 miles
  • 2015 – 103,510 miles
  • 2014 – 95,391 miles
  • 2013 – 89,400 miles
  • 2012 – 87,298 miles
  • 2011 – 84,989 miles
  • 2010 – 81,309 miles
  • 2009 – 76,522 miles
  • 2008 – 71,862 miles
  • 2007 – 66,141 miles
  • 2006 – 60,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,485 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

36 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,485 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    155,485 miles
    Test number
    332220122962
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail155,474 miles (+4,231)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,474 miles
    Test number
    301689786767
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass151,243 miles (+12)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    151,243 miles
    Test number
    156612936900
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering arm inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail151,231 miles (+3,550)2 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,231 miles
    Test number
    119190679368
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured corroded and snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting corroded and not attached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod inner ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule X2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass147,681 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    147,681 miles
    Test number
    725461670826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail147,675 miles (+2,521)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,675 miles
    Test number
    564744895431
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass145,154 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    145,154 miles
    Test number
    272823838119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail145,152 miles (+6,233)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,152 miles
    Test number
    806388307133
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged rubbing on rear wheel (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass138,919 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,919 miles
    Test number
    782773190129
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryServo corroded
  10. Fail138,916 miles (+4,150)3 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,916 miles
    Test number
    179598536726
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryServo corroded
  11. Pass134,766 miles (+3)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    134,766 miles
    Test number
    900800390331
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail134,763 miles (+3,241)2 dangerous12 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,763 miles
    Test number
    483238990550
    • DangerousOffside Front Body component likely to become detached air con canister (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel o/s and n/s (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested CAT missing (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing x2 (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass131,522 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    131,522 miles
    Test number
    589686597223
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  14. Fail131,522 miles (+3,079)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,522 miles
    Test number
    100536680434
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  15. Pass128,443 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,443 miles
    Test number
    523449811997
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  16. Fail128,443 miles (+6,325)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,443 miles
    Test number
    160499309074
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Pass122,118 miles (+6,359)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,118 miles
    Test number
    664405693919
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass115,759 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,759 miles
    Test number
    570454756104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective steel road wheel heavily corroded
  19. Fail115,759 miles (+6,173)4 dangerous5 failures15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,759 miles
    Test number
    230385232073
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexible hose to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexible hose to brake caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view rubber excessively torn (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view rubber excessively torn (8.2.1c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective steel road wheel heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s rear brake disc back plates heavily corroded
  20. Pass109,586 miles (+6,076)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,586 miles
    Test number
    910314557144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  21. Pass103,510 miles (+8,119)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,510 miles
    Test number
    815812935154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass95,391 miles (+5,991)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    95,391 miles
    Test number
    259327224190
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  23. Pass89,400 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,400 miles
    Test number
    248269603411
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Fail89,400 miles (+2,102)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,400 miles
    Test number
    387298903159
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass87,298 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,298 miles
    Test number
    299549732190
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteWasher hitting the bonnet then the window
  26. Fail87,297 miles (+2,308)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,297 miles
    Test number
    405457332102
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteWasher hitting the bonnet then the window
  27. Pass84,989 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,989 miles
    Test number
    149236921104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
  28. Fail84,989 miles (+3,680)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,989 miles
    Test number
    226865921445
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
  29. Pass81,309 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    81,309 miles
    Test number
    811079210175
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  30. Fail81,309 miles (+4,787)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,309 miles
    Test number
    983309810180
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  31. Fail76,522 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,522 miles
    Test number
    670101129113
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  32. Pass76,522 miles (+4,660)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,522 miles
    Test number
    702931329178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass71,862 miles (+5,721)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,862 miles
    Test number
    210860028173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass66,141 miles (+5,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    66,141 miles
    Test number
    323853497048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  35. Pass60,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,339 miles
    Test number
    691681006100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail60,339 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,339 miles
    Test number
    852851906169
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about S53 BEU

Does S53 BEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 BEU is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 BEU?
The MOT on S53 BEU is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 BEU done?
S53 BEU was recorded at 155,485 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 4,736 miles a year.
Has S53 BEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 BEU has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S53 BEU 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 S53 BEU find?
S53 BEU passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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