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Volkswagen Transporter

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T53 VAXMOT history

T53 VAX is a red diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 120,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
120,697 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 VAX was last recorded at 120,697 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 3,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,735 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,962 miles
Average per year
3,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,697 miles
  • 2025 – 116,735 miles
  • 2024 – 114,827 miles
  • 2023 – 108,593 miles
  • 2022 – 106,289 miles
  • 2021 – 105,192 miles
  • 2020 – 104,413 miles
  • 2019 – 101,614 miles
  • 2018 – 97,313 miles
  • 2017 – 92,910 miles
  • 2016 – 87,150 miles
  • 2015 – 83,095 miles
  • 2014 – 77,605 miles
  • 2013 – 73,739 miles
  • 2012 – 70,371 miles
  • 2011 – 67,457 miles
  • 2010 – 63,174 miles
  • 2009 – 58,851 miles
  • 2008 – 53,791 miles
  • 2007 – 48,721 miles
  • 2006 – 43,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,697 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,697 miles (+3,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    120,697 miles
    Test number
    745864502429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass116,735 miles (+1,908)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    116,735 miles
    Test number
    238752454286
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,827 miles (+16)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    114,827 miles
    Test number
    104808408131
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  4. Fail114,811 miles (+6,218)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,811 miles
    Test number
    816239102961
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded

  5. Pass108,593 miles (+79)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,593 miles
    Test number
    515103843477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Fail108,514 miles (+2,225)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,514 miles
    Test number
    450647868505
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. Pass106,289 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    106,289 miles
    Test number
    867658955168
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  8. Fail106,289 miles (+1,097)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,289 miles
    Test number
    111723275812
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass105,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,192 miles
    Test number
    762469346997
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail105,190 miles (+777)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,190 miles
    Test number
    654138673571
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass104,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,413 miles
    Test number
    520723228674
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre edge

  12. Fail104,411 miles (+2,797)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,411 miles
    Test number
    997229881991
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre edge

  13. Pass101,614 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,614 miles
    Test number
    299206918529
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail101,535 miles (+4,222)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,535 miles
    Test number
    687198731150
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass97,313 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,313 miles
    Test number
    628877849030
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail97,299 miles (+4,389)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,299 miles
    Test number
    855638822456
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning belt loose (2.3.3a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass92,910 miles (+5,760)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,910 miles
    Test number
    221091612123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,150 miles (+4,055)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,150 miles
    Test number
    915452096391
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass83,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    83,095 miles
    Test number
    327636125025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,095 miles (+5,490)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,095 miles
    Test number
    248193525052
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  21. Pass77,605 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,605 miles
    Test number
    135037404423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,739 miles
    Test number
    345076723090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail73,739 miles (+3,368)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,739 miles
    Test number
    385092123018
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass70,371 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,371 miles
    Test number
    795327932083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,457 miles
    Test number
    167041271069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,457 miles (+4,283)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,457 miles
    Test number
    397191171083
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass63,174 miles (+4,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,174 miles
    Test number
    161717660005
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  28. Pass58,851 miles (+5,060)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,851 miles
    Test number
    753205669050
    • NoteOnly three passengers seats fitted.

  29. Pass53,791 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,791 miles
    Test number
    882366168071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail53,790 miles (+5,069)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,790 miles
    Test number
    394110568087
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  31. Pass48,721 miles (+5,162)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    614105967067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,559 miles
    Test number
    942574776087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 VAX

Does T53 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T53 VAX is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T53 VAX?
The MOT on T53 VAX is valid until 5 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 VAX done?
T53 VAX was recorded at 120,697 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 3,878 miles a year.
Has T53 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 VAX has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T53 VAX 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 VAX find?
T53 VAX passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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