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Volkswagen Transporter

Grey and White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

V53 DYJMOT history

V53 DYJ is a grey and white diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 27 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 147,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

V53 DYJ grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
147,631 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Grey and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 DYJ was last recorded at 147,631 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 13,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,173 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,458 miles
Average per year
6,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,631 miles
  • 2025 – 134,173 miles
  • 2024 – 125,046 miles
  • 2023 – 121,212 miles
  • 2022 – 114,765 miles
  • 2021 – 108,164 miles
  • 2020 – 104,281 miles
  • 2019 – 99,097 miles
  • 2018 – 93,021 miles
  • 2017 – 85,984 miles
  • 2016 – 80,489 miles
  • 2014 – 73,593 miles
  • 2013 – 67,540 miles
  • 2012 – 60,075 miles
  • 2011 – 56,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,631 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Discs worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,631 miles (+13,458)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    147,631 miles
    Test number
    363605775189
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  2. Pass134,173 miles (+9,127)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    134,173 miles
    Test number
    133899049417
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass125,046 miles (+119)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,046 miles
    Test number
    718622515285
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail124,927 miles (+3,715)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,927 miles
    Test number
    500270337580
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass121,212 miles (+6,447)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,212 miles
    Test number
    862472930456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,765 miles (+6,601)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,765 miles
    Test number
    259114385336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,164 miles (+3,883)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,164 miles
    Test number
    159617543298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,281 miles (+5,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,281 miles
    Test number
    386758147854
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass99,097 miles (+6,076)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,097 miles
    Test number
    590360826676
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass93,021 miles (+7,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    93,021 miles
    Test number
    907729694108
    • AdvisoryDiscs worn
    • AdvisoryF/ tyres worn on edge

  11. Pass85,984 miles (+5,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    310907429289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass80,489 miles (+6,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,489 miles
    Test number
    279538851756
    • AdvisoryDiscs worn

  13. Pass73,593 miles (+6,053)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,593 miles
    Test number
    437136954367
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDiscs worn

  14. Pass67,540 miles (+7,465)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,540 miles
    Test number
    738984253355
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  15. Pass60,075 miles (+3,440)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,075 miles
    Test number
    427025242453
    • NoteDiscs worn
    • NoteN/s mirror

  16. Pass56,635 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,635 miles
    Test number
    308836181138
    • NoteStonechips to windscreen

  17. Fail56,625 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,625 miles
    Test number
    419922681192
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteStonechips to windscreen

Questions about V53 DYJ

Does V53 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V53 DYJ is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V53 DYJ?
The MOT on V53 DYJ is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V53 DYJ done?
V53 DYJ was recorded at 147,631 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 6,214 miles a year.
Has V53 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 DYJ has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V53 DYJ 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 DYJ find?
V53 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; under body corrosion.

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