
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,874 cc
V53 AFCMOT history
V53 AFC is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz Sprinter first used on 23 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 36 MOT tests, with 237,474 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 26 May 2025
- Mileage
- 237,474 mi
- At MOT on 27 May 2025
- MOT tests
- 36
- 18 passed · 18 failed
- Per year
- 4,301 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V53 AFC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Model
- Sprinter
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,874 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 23 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 26 May 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 27 May 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
V53 AFC was last recorded at 237,474 miles on 27 May 2025, 2,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 235,427 miles · 10 May 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 2,047 miles
- Average per year
- 4,301 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 237,474 miles
- 2024 – 235,427 miles
- 2023 – 226,226 miles
- 2022 – 222,364 miles
- 2020 – 220,609 miles
- 2019 – 214,783 miles
- 2018 – 208,637 miles
- 2017 – 198,029 miles
- 2016 – 190,055 miles
- 2015 – 187,898 miles
- 2014 – 186,753 miles
- 2013 – 185,079 miles
- 2012 – 181,793 miles
- 2011 – 178,159 miles
- 2010 – 175,885 miles
- 2009 – 167,741 miles
- 2008 – 163,869 miles
- 2007 – 160,203 miles
- 2006 – 156,225 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step- inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
- MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported all front (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower spring weak
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryBoth rear spring hangers rubbing on rear floor
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.
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2023
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2017
Non obligatory mirror damaged
Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2019
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2019
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged
Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2023
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019
Full MOT history
36 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail237,474 miles (+2,047)10 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 237,474 miles
- Test number
- 567637402138
- MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door step- inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
- MinorFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported all front (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower spring weak
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryBoth rear spring hangers rubbing on rear floor
Pass235,427 miles (+9,201)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2025
- Odometer
- 235,427 miles
- Test number
- 186648218532
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass226,226 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2024
- Odometer
- 226,226 miles
- Test number
- 283465781301
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail226,219 miles (+21)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 226,219 miles
- Test number
- 592700342675
- DangerousSuspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Fail226,198 miles (+3,834)2 dangerous4 major3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 226,198 miles
- Test number
- 842499212861
- DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
- MajorNearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury side door corrosion (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryVehicle has been undesealed to under side
Pass222,364 miles3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 222,364 miles
- Test number
- 970058971792
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear shock covers corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shock cover corroded
- AdvisoryRear reg plate damaged
Fail222,364 miles (+22)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 222,364 miles
- Test number
- 696383580307
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
- AdvisoryNearside Rear shock covers corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear shock cover corroded
- AdvisoryRear reg plate damaged
Fail222,342 miles (+1,733)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 222,342 miles
- Test number
- 426555155912
- DangerousNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Rear Leaf Spring Mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine Turbo Return Pipe Leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBonnet Opening Latch Handle Missing
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective Mounting Bent And Gearbox Touching Body
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass220,609 miles (+65)19 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 220,609 miles
- Test number
- 872419277018
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lense been repaired by tape
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension components and mountings corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension components and mountings corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear outrigger corroded but not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside gearbox mounting damaged
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
- AdvisoryFront tyres light cracking in tread
- AdvisoryGlow plug light on
- AdvisoryHand brake efficiency only just met min requirements
Fail220,544 miles (+5,761)7 major1 minor19 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 220,544 miles
- Test number
- 771997215567
- MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury side door area (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury front/central panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lense been repaired by tape
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension components and mountings corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension components and mountings corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear outrigger corroded but not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside gearbox mounting damaged
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
- AdvisoryFront tyres light cracking in tread
- AdvisoryGlow plug light on
- AdvisoryHand brake efficiency only just met min requirements
Pass214,783 miles (+116)21 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 214,783 miles
- Test number
- 567965479639
- AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components and mountings corroded
- AdvisoryAll previous repair patches have been heavily undersealed
- AdvisoryBoth front shock have slight play
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside and Nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded/holed but not in prescribed area
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps slightly corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and ferules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal weeping/damp
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner and outer sills repaired/concealed with tape
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Arch corroded but not in prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and ferules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and Offside (deteriorated) (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded
Fail214,667 miles (+6,030)13 major21 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 214,667 miles
- Test number
- 648159897696
- MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner step/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components and mountings corroded
- AdvisoryAll previous repair patches have been heavily undersealed
- AdvisoryBoth front shock have slight play
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside and Nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded/holed but not in prescribed area
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps slightly corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and ferules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal weeping/damp
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner and outer sills repaired/concealed with tape
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Arch corroded but not in prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and ferules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and Offside (deteriorated) (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded
Pass208,637 miles (+3)17 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 208,637 miles
- Test number
- 141634068953
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber bushes upper and lower deteriorated
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished/cracked in tread
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps slightly corroded
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Front Step corroded but not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Step corroded but not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded and fibre glassed not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail208,634 miles (+10,605)10 major2 minor18 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 208,634 miles
- Test number
- 890266201424
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded by T piece (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber bushes upper and lower deteriorated
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished/cracked in tread
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps slightly corroded
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Front Step corroded but not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Step corroded but not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded and fibre glassed not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both rear (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass198,029 miles (+130)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 198,029 miles
- Test number
- 187413793238
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps have slight corrosion
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside front step corroded
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly perished
- AdvisoryOffside sill corroded and fibreglassed
- AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail197,899 miles (+7,844)9 failures11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 197,899 miles
- Test number
- 191507683437
- FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear section (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps have slight corrosion
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside front step corroded
- AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly perished
- AdvisoryOffside sill corroded and fibreglassed
- AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass190,055 miles (+2)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 190,055 miles
- Test number
- 164962180968
- AdvisoryBoth sills have been repaired and painted black over
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryCorrosion underneath to some suspension components and associated mountings
- AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
Fail190,053 miles (+2,155)10 failures9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,053 miles
- Test number
- 588220208906
- FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened handbrake cable (3.5.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger front of spring (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger rear of spring (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and insecure (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded out rigger front of spring (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
- AdvisoryBoth sills have been repaired and painted black over
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach cords
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
- AdvisoryCorrosion underneath to some suspension components and associated mountings
- AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
Pass187,898 miles (+2)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 187,898 miles
- Test number
- 547584395152
- NoteCorrosion to chassis all over and underbody
Fail187,896 miles (+1,143)6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 187,896 miles
- Test number
- 538767185196
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteCorrosion to chassis all over and underbody
Pass186,753 miles (+1,674)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 186,753 miles
- Test number
- 678062184158
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass185,079 miles (+47)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 185,079 miles
- Test number
- 916706583180
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail185,032 miles (+3,239)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,032 miles
- Test number
- 276893383445
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass181,793 miles (+3,634)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 181,793 miles
- Test number
- 366394382156
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass178,159 miles (+89)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 178,159 miles
- Test number
- 246167181488
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteFront & rear discs corroded
Fail178,070 miles (+2,185)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,070 miles
- Test number
- 228915281419
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
- NoteFront & rear discs corroded
Pass175,885 miles (+140)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 175,885 miles
- Test number
- 832137980120
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail175,745 miles (+8,004)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,745 miles
- Test number
- 691651980160
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass167,741 miles (+111)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 167,741 miles
- Test number
- 462141689197
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail167,630 miles (+3,761)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,630 miles
- Test number
- 551245179122
- FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass163,869 miles (+48)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 163,869 miles
- Test number
- 243786488134
- NoteOil leaking frolm both rear hubs
- NotePlay in both sides antirollbar link bushes
- NotePlay in rear antirollbar bushes
Fail163,821 miles (+3,618)3 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,821 miles
- Test number
- 214095888124
- FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteOil leaking frolm both rear hubs
- NotePlay in both sides antirollbar link bushes
- NotePlay in rear antirollbar bushes
Pass160,203 miles (+3,978)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 160,203 miles
- Test number
- 331745987140
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass156,225 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 156,225 miles
- Test number
- 710078886191
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail156,225 miles (+2)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,225 miles
- Test number
- 642678886139
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Fail156,223 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,223 miles
- Test number
- 151177186128
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Questions about V53 AFC
- Does V53 AFC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V53 AFC expired on 26 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V53 AFC?
- The MOT on V53 AFC expired on 26 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V53 AFC done?
- V53 AFC was recorded at 237,474 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 4,301 miles a year.
- Has V53 AFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V53 AFC has failed 18 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
- Has the mileage on V53 AFC 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 V53 AFC find?
- V53 AFC failed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front registration plate inscription illegible; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 15 more.
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