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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey · Diesel · 1998 · 1,896 cc

S53 BNVMOT history

S53 BNV is a grey diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 226,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

S53 BNV grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
226,353 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 BNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 BNV was last recorded at 226,353 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 1,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,907 miles · 12 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,446 miles
Average per year
6,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 226,353 miles
  • 2025 – 224,907 miles
  • 2024 – 224,069 miles
  • 2023 – 223,000 miles
  • 2022 – 221,799 miles
  • 2021 – 220,587 miles
  • 2019 – 219,458 miles
  • 2018 – 214,454 miles
  • 2017 – 140,436 miles
  • 2016 – 139,436 miles
  • 2015 – 138,394 miles
  • 2014 – 137,409 miles
  • 2013 – 135,983 miles
  • 2012 – 134,262 miles
  • 2011 – 133,260 miles
  • 2009 – 125,086 miles
  • 2008 – 117,666 miles
  • 2007 – 107,962 miles
  • 2006 – 95,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,353 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section blowing at clamped joint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Light misting of oil around sump/filter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,353 miles (+1,446)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    226,353 miles
    Test number
    157515999209
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass224,907 miles (+838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    224,907 miles
    Test number
    224112417257
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass224,069 miles (+1,069)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    224,069 miles
    Test number
    740147078194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass223,000 miles (+1,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    223,000 miles
    Test number
    492451185360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing split outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass221,799 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    221,799 miles
    Test number
    294350382154
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail221,798 miles (+1,211)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,798 miles
    Test number
    338988435517
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass220,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    220,587 miles
    Test number
    685141381137
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail220,587 miles (+1,129)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,587 miles
    Test number
    335501683949
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass219,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    219,458 miles
    Test number
    556832214532
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section blowing at clamped joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Light misting of oil around sump/filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail219,458 miles (+5,004)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,458 miles
    Test number
    214657804119
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged Centre handbrake frayed. (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel Handbrake recording no effort on this side. (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section blowing at clamped joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Light misting of oil around sump/filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass214,454 miles (+74,018)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    214,454 miles
    Test number
    807719649328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,436 miles (+1,000)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    140,436 miles
    Test number
    523041505700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass139,436 miles (+1,042)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    139,436 miles
    Test number
    735692787147
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear SLIGHT BRAKE BIND
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass138,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    138,394 miles
    Test number
    345591925199
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail138,394 miles (+985)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,394 miles
    Test number
    415881925137
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass137,409 miles (+367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    137,409 miles
    Test number
    299893114437
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Fail137,042 miles (+1,059)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,042 miles
    Test number
    566682214105
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass135,983 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    135,983 miles
    Test number
    605275053157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail135,979 miles (+1,717)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,979 miles
    Test number
    367165503143
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass134,262 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    134,262 miles
    Test number
    525435792093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass133,260 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    133,260 miles
    Test number
    985036401019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail133,259 miles (+8,173)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,259 miles
    Test number
    145424501448
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass125,086 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    125,086 miles
    Test number
    504289039143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteClutc pedal rubber missig
    • NoteCrack on offside door mirror
    • NoteWindscreen smeary

  24. Fail125,086 miles (+7,420)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,086 miles
    Test number
    992539739196
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn
    • NoteClutc pedal rubber missig
    • NoteCrack on offside door mirror
    • NoteWindscreen smeary

  25. Pass117,666 miles (+9,704)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    117,666 miles
    Test number
    174032098147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    107,962 miles
    Test number
    962707377121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail107,962 miles (+12,411)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,962 miles
    Test number
    141457777104
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass95,551 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    95,551 miles
    Test number
    474229376165
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S53 BNV

Does S53 BNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 BNV is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 BNV?
The MOT on S53 BNV is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 BNV done?
S53 BNV was recorded at 226,353 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 6,510 miles a year.
Has S53 BNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 BNV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S53 BNV 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 BNV find?
S53 BNV passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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