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Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,998 cc

S53 NSBMOT history

S53 NSB is a red petrol Fiat Coupe first used on 26 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 110,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
110,120 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 NSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Fiat
Model
Coupe
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 NSB was last recorded at 110,120 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 2,404 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,716 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,404 miles
Average per year
2,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,120 miles
  • 2025 – 107,716 miles
  • 2024 – 106,827 miles
  • 2023 – 106,786 miles
  • 2022 – 104,339 miles
  • 2021 – 102,122 miles
  • 2020 – 99,718 miles
  • 2019 – 99,102 miles
  • 2018 – 97,121 miles
  • 2017 – 95,993 miles
  • 2016 – 94,614 miles
  • 2015 – 92,337 miles
  • 2014 – 90,544 miles
  • 2013 – 89,380 miles
  • 2012 – 87,252 miles
  • 2011 – 85,555 miles
  • 2010 – 83,479 miles
  • 2009 – 81,655 miles
  • 2008 – 77,382 miles
  • 2007 – 71,301 miles
  • 2006 – 64,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,120 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicle underbody showing signs of weakness

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,120 miles (+2,404)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    110,120 miles
    Test number
    115088607152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,716 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    107,716 miles
    Test number
    731471655018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody heavily sealed

  3. Fail107,698 miles (+871)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,698 miles
    Test number
    478006360048
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired REAR OF SUBFRAME (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired REAR OF SUBFRAME (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHEATSHIELD INSECURE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,827 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    106,827 miles
    Test number
    739983390999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,824 miles (+38)4 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,824 miles
    Test number
    893006767990
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail106,786 miles (+2,447)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,786 miles
    Test number
    119798968776
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers firred at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body showing signs of weakness

  7. Pass104,339 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,339 miles
    Test number
    683630204484
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody showing signs of weakness

  8. Fail104,290 miles (+2,168)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,290 miles
    Test number
    953255683846
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody showing signs of weakness

  9. Pass102,122 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,122 miles
    Test number
    721993897142
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail102,122 miles (+2,404)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,122 miles
    Test number
    934898157220
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,718 miles (+616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,718 miles
    Test number
    636727710678
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail99,102 miles (+1,981)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,102 miles
    Test number
    596102523966
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded under vehicle behind n/s/f wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs wires (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable rubbing against exhaust

  13. Pass97,121 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,121 miles
    Test number
    329342295962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,104 miles (+1,111)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,104 miles
    Test number
    380197194066
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure clamp corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs & slight judder (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside h/brake cable close to exhaust
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Pass95,993 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,993 miles
    Test number
    808055569806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,986 miles (+1,372)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,986 miles
    Test number
    230036000264
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired return spring corroded off (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & worn inner & outer treads smooth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm & worn inner & outer treads smooth (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass94,614 miles (+2,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,614 miles
    Test number
    842015684345
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit front tyres 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass92,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,337 miles
    Test number
    724524811820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail92,337 miles (+1,793)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,337 miles
    Test number
    686298742037
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe to valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousRear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass90,544 miles (+1,164)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,544 miles
    Test number
    238915374260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,380 miles (+2,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,380 miles
    Test number
    237892253256
    • NoteLight rumble from rear wheel bearings particularly o/s.

  22. Pass87,252 miles (+1,697)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    87,252 miles
    Test number
    427375372222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,555 miles (+2,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,555 miles
    Test number
    815424001210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  24. Pass83,479 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,479 miles
    Test number
    901755640159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,474 miles (+1,819)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,474 miles
    Test number
    822074800102
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass81,655 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,655 miles
    Test number
    953021429124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,382 miles (+6,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,382 miles
    Test number
    341681528123
    • 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)

  28. Pass71,301 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    381355627277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail71,294 miles (+6,992)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,294 miles
    Test number
    480514117292
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  30. Pass64,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,302 miles
    Test number
    844318826251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about S53 NSB

Does S53 NSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S53 NSB is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S53 NSB?
The MOT on S53 NSB is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S53 NSB done?
S53 NSB was recorded at 110,120 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 2,285 miles a year.
Has S53 NSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 NSB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S53 NSB 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 NSB find?
S53 NSB passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, and 3 more.

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