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Nissan Serena

White and Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T153 VAOMOT history

T153 VAO is a white and silver petrol Nissan Serena first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2025
Mileage
176,286 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T153 VAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Nissan
Model
Serena
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T153 VAO was last recorded at 176,286 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 1,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2015: 135,948 miles, lower than 135,988 miles on 3 Oct 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
174,493 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,793 miles
Average per year
3,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,286 miles
  • 2024 – 174,493 miles
  • 2023 – 173,305 miles
  • 2022 – 172,305 miles
  • 2021 – 171,243 miles
  • 2020 – 167,439 miles
  • 2019 – 155,502 miles
  • 2018 – 151,401 miles
  • 2017 – 144,423 miles
  • 2016 – 138,774 miles
  • 2015 – 135,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,286 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting/upper spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting/upper spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre out of shape
  • AdvisoryRear seats and seatbelts removed at time of test
  • AdvisoryVehicle body corroded - wheel arches and rear lower doors

What MOT failures 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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,286 miles (+1,793)1 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,286 miles
    Test number
    880490903814
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting/upper spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting/upper spring mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre out of shape
    • AdvisoryRear seats and seatbelts removed at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicle body corroded - wheel arches and rear lower doors

  2. Pass174,493 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    174,493 miles
    Test number
    712041845907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail174,493 miles (+1,188)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,493 miles
    Test number
    157919822219
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low DONE (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low DONE (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working SIDE DONE (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass173,305 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    173,305 miles
    Test number
    243088566677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail173,303 miles (+998)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,303 miles
    Test number
    577887469834
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass172,305 miles (+1,062)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    172,305 miles
    Test number
    163698552153
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower under body under sealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass171,243 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    171,243 miles
    Test number
    156284246200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail171,233 miles (+3,794)6 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,233 miles
    Test number
    610207406745
    • DangerousNearside Front Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure is so weakened by damage within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting side full sill front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting full sill front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass167,439 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    167,439 miles
    Test number
    412168830526
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and underbody gas general corrosion

  10. Fail167,431 miles (+11,929)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,431 miles
    Test number
    210103647824
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension and underbody gas general corrosion

  11. Pass155,502 miles (+4,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    155,502 miles
    Test number
    465135221599
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass151,401 miles (+6,978)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    151,401 miles
    Test number
    815207374429
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing

  13. Pass144,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    144,423 miles
    Test number
    828390749358
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded mainline (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail144,423 miles (+14)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,423 miles
    Test number
    904526149491
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded mainline (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail144,409 miles (+5,635)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,409 miles
    Test number
    184388545936
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass138,774 miles (+2,826)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    138,774 miles
    Test number
    620659211721
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexey pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from the joint (7.1.2)

  17. Pass135,948 miles (-40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    135,948 miles
    Test number
    284784083657
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides lens (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  18. Fail135,988 miles3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,988 miles
    Test number
    343012123726
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides lens (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  19. Pass131,047 km (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    131,047 km
    Test number
    508159264204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass127,679 km (+2,722)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    127,679 km
    Test number
    346880473221
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear box corroded

  21. Pass124,957 km (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    124,957 km
    Test number
    419050872208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail124,937 km (+4,049)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,937 km
    Test number
    488879962232
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass120,888 km (+39)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    120,888 km
    Test number
    576272171244
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail120,849 km (+4,909)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,849 km
    Test number
    208505361264
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass115,940 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    115,940 km
    Test number
    683053470226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T153 VAO

Does T153 VAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T153 VAO expired on 27 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T153 VAO?
The MOT on T153 VAO expired on 27 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T153 VAO done?
T153 VAO was recorded at 176,286 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 3,882 miles a year.
Has T153 VAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T153 VAO has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T153 VAO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T153 VAO find?
T153 VAO failed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; horn not working; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush, and 12 more.

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