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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,370 cc

7981 HJMOT history

7981 HJ is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 28 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 370,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
370,410 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7981 HJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
28 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

7981 HJ was last recorded at 370,410 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
370,072 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
338 miles
Average per year
6,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 370,410 miles
  • 2024 – 370,072 miles
  • 2023 – 369,606 miles
  • 2022 – 368,786 miles
  • 2021 – 368,069 miles
  • 2020 – 367,191 miles
  • 2019 – 366,554 miles
  • 2018 – 365,315 miles
  • 2017 – 363,793 miles
  • 2016 – 361,985 miles
  • 2015 – 361,014 miles
  • 2014 – 359,233 miles
  • 2013 – 356,687 miles
  • 2012 – 353,045 miles
  • 2011 – 348,747 miles
  • 2010 – 341,733 miles
  • 2009 – 335,770 miles
  • 2008 – 306,044 miles
  • 2007 – 273,398 miles
  • 2006 – 234,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass370,410 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL RETURN (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play on both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Body has slight corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r inner and outer sills corroded (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Body has slight corrosion n/s/f and o/s/f outer sills corroded (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/f chassis rail corroded outside area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass370,410 miles (+338)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    370,410 miles
    Test number
    417904314832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL RETURN (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass370,072 miles (+466)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    370,072 miles
    Test number
    191473597547
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides chassis outer rigger slight corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass369,606 miles (+820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    369,606 miles
    Test number
    278410582177
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four brake disc rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member slight corroded

  4. Pass368,786 miles (+717)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    368,786 miles
    Test number
    154901232766
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Small hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Pipe of exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides shock absorbers weak at time of test

  5. Pass368,069 miles (+878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    368,069 miles
    Test number
    332830149960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front wheel arch and chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass367,191 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    367,191 miles
    Test number
    697564552313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail367,181 miles (+627)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    367,181 miles
    Test number
    718993027877
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front inner wheel-arch area offside sill and rear chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass366,554 miles (+1,239)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    366,554 miles
    Test number
    177408493760
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated on both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated on both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play on both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills front inner wheel-arch area [on both sides] and front chassis rails very corroded outside of prescribed areas

  9. Pass365,315 miles (+1,522)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    365,315 miles
    Test number
    525810322419
    • MinorFront Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated on both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play on both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills and nearside front chassis rail very corroded outside of prescribed areas

  10. Pass363,793 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    363,793 miles
    Test number
    618331740009
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r inner and outer sills corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion n/s/f and o/s/f outer sills corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f chassis rail corroded outside area

  11. Fail363,793 miles (+1,808)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    363,793 miles
    Test number
    888767049942
    • FailureFuel system component leaking leak off pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r inner and outer sills corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion n/s/f and o/s/f outer sills corroded (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f chassis rail corroded outside area

  12. Pass361,985 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    361,985 miles
    Test number
    783477961189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis rail corroded outside of prescribed areas

  13. Fail361,985 miles (+971)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    361,985 miles
    Test number
    459912370446
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside front chassis rail corroded outside of prescribed areas

  14. Pass361,014 miles (+1,781)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    361,014 miles
    Test number
    129314525271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass359,233 miles (+2,546)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    359,233 miles
    Test number
    955057614224
    • NoteFuel pump damp
    • NoteGeneral under rust

  16. Pass356,687 miles (+34)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    356,687 miles
    Test number
    638018423201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to floor pan/chassis legs and boot floor
    • NoteHorn weak
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  17. Fail356,653 miles (+3,608)2 failures5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    356,653 miles
    Test number
    269585023211
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to floor pan/chassis legs and boot floor
    • NoteHorn weak
    • NoteSome play in steering arms
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  18. Pass353,045 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    353,045 miles
    Test number
    307533292134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades splitting
    • NoteExhaust ceentre rubber mount perished
    • NoteOffrside vouter cv boot pin holed
    • NoteSlight bind both rear brakes
    • NoteSlight play steering column top bush
    • NoteStud in offside rear tyre

  19. Fail353,045 miles (+4,298)1 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    353,045 miles
    Test number
    799493592146
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades splitting
    • NoteExhaust ceentre rubber mount perished
    • NoteOffrside vouter cv boot pin holed
    • NoteSlight bind both rear brakes
    • NoteSlight play steering column top bush
    • NoteStud in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass348,747 miles (+7,014)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    348,747 miles
    Test number
    299862891440
    • NoteAdvanced movement in steering coloum
    • NoteAge cracking to rubbers
    • NoteCoil springs corroded
    • NoteDust covers off ball joints
    • NoteO/s/f c/v boot weaping
    • NoteSlight movement in front wheel bearings
    • NoteVechicle been undersilled in places

  21. Pass341,733 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    341,733 miles
    Test number
    970183290135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail341,733 miles (+5,963)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    341,733 miles
    Test number
    541801880199
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass335,770 miles (+166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    335,770 miles
    Test number
    683595359179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail335,604 miles (+29,560)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    335,604 miles
    Test number
    550159639140
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass306,044 miles (+32,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    306,044 miles
    Test number
    143733818110
    • NoteSLIGHT PLEY IN STEERING RACK AND O,S,F TYRE WEARING BADLY ON INNER EDGE [SPARE GOOD]

  26. Pass273,398 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    273,398 miles
    Test number
    502219527153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail273,379 miles (+39,081)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,379 miles
    Test number
    861708327103
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack both sides

  28. Pass234,298 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    234,298 miles
    Test number
    234176736429
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteO/s/f flexi hose cracking
    • NoteSome play in n/s/f steering rack

Questions about 7981 HJ

What vehicle is registration 7981 HJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7981 HJ on a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 28 May 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 7981 HJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 7981 HJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 7981 HJ?
The MOT on 7981 HJ is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 7981 HJ done?
7981 HJ was recorded at 370,410 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 6,977 miles a year.
Has 7981 HJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7981 HJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on 7981 HJ 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 7981 HJ find?
7981 HJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 6 more.

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