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Volkswagen Transporter

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T853 XTAMOT history

T853 XTA is a white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 316,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
316,615 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T853 XTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T853 XTA was last recorded at 316,615 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2019: 207,831 miles, lower than 286,334 miles on 3 Jul 2018.

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
316,614 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 316,615 miles
  • 2025 – 314,741 miles
  • 2024 – 312,884 miles
  • 2022 – 310,943 miles
  • 2021 – 294,064 miles
  • 2020 – 288,010 miles
  • 2019 – 287,031 miles
  • 2018 – 286,334 miles
  • 2017 – 285,287 miles
  • 2016 – 283,363 miles
  • 2015 – 282,263 miles
  • 2014 – 280,620 miles
  • 2013 – 279,405 miles
  • 2012 – 278,700 miles
  • 2011 – 277,004 miles
  • 2010 – 274,816 miles
  • 2009 – 271,688 miles
  • 2008 – 270,342 miles
  • 2007 – 266,966 miles
  • 2006 – 262,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass316,615 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoolant LowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rubber Mount To Backbox (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeat Shield Slightly LooseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Wells / Front Chassis Legs / Sills / Rear Bumper Mountings / Bumper Bars (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play In Hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass316,615 miles (+1)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    316,615 miles
    Test number
    361331759930
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant Low
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rubber Mount To Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryHeat Shield Slightly Loose
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Wells / Front Chassis Legs / Sills / Rear Bumper Mountings / Bumper Bars (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play In Hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail316,614 miles (+1,873)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,614 miles
    Test number
    790751049187
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure Also Deterioration (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant Low
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rubber Mount To Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryHeat Shield Slightly Loose
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Wells / Front Chassis Legs / Sills / Rear Bumper Mountings / Bumper Bars (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play In Hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass314,741 miles (+1,857)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    314,741 miles
    Test number
    480539695511
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront arch / wheel well / chassis leg corrosion

  4. Pass312,884 miles (+1,941)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    312,884 miles
    Test number
    741865663697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass310,943 miles3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    310,943 miles
    Test number
    863909247637
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S 'D' bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge, 4.8mm @centre of tread. 205/65R15C. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 4.8mm @centre of tread. 205/65R15C. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Lens damaged, no effect on lamp output. (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail310,943 miles (+16,879)1 dangerous6 major3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    310,943 miles
    Test number
    399527034743
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S 'D' bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge, 4.8mm @centre of tread. 205/65R15C. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, 4.8mm @centre of tread. 205/65R15C. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Lens damaged, no effect on lamp output. (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass294,064 miles (+6,054)2 minor17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    294,064 miles
    Test number
    994227041202
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sliding door impact damage.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepped on inner edge, 5.8mm @centre of tread. 205/65R15C. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Damaged. (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill, also impact damage to sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn, 3mm @centre of tread. 205/65R15C. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass288,010 miles (+979)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    288,010 miles
    Test number
    534340613692
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass287,031 miles (+79,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    287,031 miles
    Test number
    894486874262
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail207,831 miles (-78,503)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,831 miles
    Test number
    453760993958
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass286,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    286,334 miles
    Test number
    197858711955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail286,334 miles (+1,047)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,334 miles
    Test number
    605159789729
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass285,287 miles (+1,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    285,287 miles
    Test number
    871061407530
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass283,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    283,363 miles
    Test number
    684137451535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail283,363 miles (+1,100)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,363 miles
    Test number
    411955817225
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass282,263 miles (+1,643)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    282,263 miles
    Test number
    775834275130
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass280,620 miles (+1,215)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    280,620 miles
    Test number
    855681884120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass279,405 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    279,405 miles
    Test number
    438314563135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass278,700 miles (+1,696)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    278,700 miles
    Test number
    877843072121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass277,004 miles (+2,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    277,004 miles
    Test number
    525124671188
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass274,816 miles (+3,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    274,816 miles
    Test number
    252059970494
    • NoteRear disco/s worn and pitted

  22. Pass271,688 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    271,688 miles
    Test number
    480660369149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass270,342 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    270,342 miles
    Test number
    180407778127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass266,966 miles (+4,652)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    266,966 miles
    Test number
    563088477156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass262,314 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    262,314 miles
    Test number
    142459276143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T853 XTA

Does T853 XTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T853 XTA is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T853 XTA?
The MOT on T853 XTA is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T853 XTA done?
T853 XTA was recorded at 316,615 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 2,739 miles a year.
Has T853 XTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T853 XTA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T853 XTA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T853 XTA find?
T853 XTA passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; coolant low, and 9 more.

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