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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T53 SAHMOT history

T53 SAH is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 161,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
161,829 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 SAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 SAH was last recorded at 161,829 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 2,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,689 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,140 miles
Average per year
3,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,829 miles
  • 2025 – 159,689 miles
  • 2024 – 156,622 miles
  • 2023 – 152,426 miles
  • 2021 – 152,393 miles
  • 2019 – 152,307 miles
  • 2018 – 148,725 miles
  • 2017 – 146,974 miles
  • 2016 – 144,651 miles
  • 2015 – 142,153 miles
  • 2014 – 139,947 miles
  • 2013 – 133,466 miles
  • 2012 – 128,564 miles
  • 2011 – 123,708 miles
  • 2010 – 118,354 miles
  • 2009 – 112,655 miles
  • 2008 – 106,447 miles
  • 2007 – 99,597 miles
  • 2006 – 86,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,829 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,829 miles (+2,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    161,829 miles
    Test number
    104871308510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass159,689 miles (+3,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    159,689 miles
    Test number
    966925242825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass156,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    156,622 miles
    Test number
    354840198062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail156,622 miles (+4,196)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,622 miles
    Test number
    185384077272
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass152,426 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,426 miles
    Test number
    906027447058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,393 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    152,393 miles
    Test number
    477134362564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security marked with yellow chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass152,307 miles (+3,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,307 miles
    Test number
    896306137090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass148,725 miles (+1,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    148,725 miles
    Test number
    197968276607
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer doorstep corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill holed/corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition

  9. Pass146,974 miles (+2,323)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    146,974 miles
    Test number
    869959410898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension
    • AdvisorySlight play steering column bushes

  10. Pass144,651 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    144,651 miles
    Test number
    717140867265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,153 miles (+2,206)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    142,153 miles
    Test number
    479375685077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,947 miles (+147)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    139,947 miles
    Test number
    366067684071
    • NoteRear coil springs fitted differently, suspect o/s/r spring upside down

  13. Fail139,800 miles (+6,334)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,800 miles
    Test number
    997304174062
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear coil springs fitted differently, suspect O/S/R spring upside down

  14. Pass133,466 miles (+4,902)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    133,466 miles
    Test number
    965264883034
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer wall cracking and has cuts. Not showing cords and no bulges etc
    • NoteRack mount bushes detiorated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • NoteRear discs have surface corrosion but not effecting operation

  15. Pass128,564 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    128,564 miles
    Test number
    155185972054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail128,564 miles (+4,856)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,564 miles
    Test number
    287595972079
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass123,708 miles (+5,354)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    123,708 miles
    Test number
    329049801156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s front tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

  18. Pass118,354 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    118,354 miles
    Test number
    232915100171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail118,301 miles (+5,646)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,301 miles
    Test number
    192032800155
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass112,655 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    112,655 miles
    Test number
    942813019166
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear arch has damage

  21. Fail112,655 miles (+6,208)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,655 miles
    Test number
    854253419120
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear arch has damage

  22. Pass106,447 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    106,447 miles
    Test number
    160822418176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail106,408 miles (+6,811)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,408 miles
    Test number
    711498608174
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass99,597 miles (+12,919)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    99,597 miles
    Test number
    903938907116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,678 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    86,678 miles
    Test number
    632405626084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,090 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,090 miles
    Test number
    121048916491
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about T53 SAH

Does T53 SAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T53 SAH is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T53 SAH?
The MOT on T53 SAH is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T53 SAH done?
T53 SAH was recorded at 161,829 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 3,778 miles a year.
Has T53 SAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 SAH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T53 SAH 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 T53 SAH find?
T53 SAH passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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