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Volkswagen Caravelle

White and Red · Petrol · 1984 · 1,915 cc

A978 MELMOT history

A978 MEL is a white and red petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 30 Dec 1984. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 98,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
98,313 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A978 MEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,915 cc
Year of manufacture
1984
First used
30 Dec 1984
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

A978 MEL was last recorded at 98,313 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,311 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,313 miles
  • 2024 – 98,197 miles
  • 2023 – 97,938 miles
  • 2022 – 97,269 miles
  • 2021 – 96,492 miles
  • 2020 – 96,193 miles
  • 2019 – 95,517 miles
  • 2018 – 94,560 miles
  • 2017 – 93,463 miles
  • 2016 – 92,659 miles
  • 2015 – 91,165 miles
  • 2014 – 89,542 miles
  • 2013 – 87,837 miles
  • 2012 – 85,271 miles
  • 2011 – 82,543 miles
  • 2010 – 79,446 miles
  • 2009 – 78,466 miles
  • 2007 – 77,609 miles
  • 2006 – 76,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,313 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront panel corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

34 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,313 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,313 miles
    Test number
    368807492564
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront panel corroded

  2. Fail98,311 miles (+114)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,311 miles
    Test number
    238593574084
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront panel corroded

  3. Pass98,197 miles (+259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    98,197 miles
    Test number
    505610153295
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play o/s and n/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,938 miles (+669)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,938 miles
    Test number
    611343560517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,269 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    97,269 miles
    Test number
    843353865249
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail97,268 miles (+776)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,268 miles
    Test number
    710144329092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected heel board (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill /1/4 panel (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer sill 1/4 panel filler used

  7. Pass96,492 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,492 miles
    Test number
    468710604763
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail96,491 miles (+298)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,491 miles
    Test number
    927842881043
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cab floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass96,193 miles (+676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,193 miles
    Test number
    642153822355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass95,517 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,517 miles
    Test number
    589521593805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail95,517 miles (+957)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,517 miles
    Test number
    145895198752
    • DangerousOffside Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Floor excessively deteriorated cill (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Floor excessively deteriorated cill (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass94,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    94,560 miles
    Test number
    171216265197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail94,560 miles (+1,097)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,560 miles
    Test number
    433960278215
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass93,463 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    93,463 miles
    Test number
    706703937848
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail93,462 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,462 miles
    Test number
    620787561624
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive missfire (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper plastic missing

  16. Fail93,462 miles (+803)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,462 miles
    Test number
    711490842277
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and o/s (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper plastic missing

  17. Pass92,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,659 miles
    Test number
    642414157664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  18. Fail92,659 miles (+1,494)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,659 miles
    Test number
    674761951684
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe missing (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  19. Pass91,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,165 miles
    Test number
    827525185085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail91,165 miles (+1,623)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,165 miles
    Test number
    735124385026
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass89,542 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,542 miles
    Test number
    687073864034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s outer sill holed

  22. Fail89,542 miles (+1,705)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,542 miles
    Test number
    887992064001
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s outer sill holed

  23. Pass87,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,837 miles
    Test number
    128280983481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail87,837 miles (+2,566)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,837 miles
    Test number
    825019673005
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass85,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    359515162021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail85,271 miles (+2,728)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    465855262072
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass82,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,543 miles
    Test number
    817258861082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,543 miles (+37)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,543 miles
    Test number
    425558461088
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  29. Fail82,506 miles (+3,060)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,506 miles
    Test number
    846410461073
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass79,446 miles (+8)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,446 miles
    Test number
    791240440032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside outer heater box tube cover corroded to excess and tail end corroed

  31. Fail79,438 miles (+972)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    433309430065
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside outer heater box tube cover corroded to excess and tail end corroed

  32. Pass78,466 miles (+857)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,466 miles
    Test number
    233493419156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFuel filler top rubber slightly deteriorating
    • NoteOffside front brake hose end starting to corrod

  33. Pass77,609 miles (+643)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,609 miles
    Test number
    594455407339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass76,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    76,966 miles
    Test number
    550075086213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A978 MEL

Does A978 MEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A978 MEL expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A978 MEL?
The MOT on A978 MEL expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A978 MEL done?
A978 MEL was recorded at 98,313 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 1,156 miles a year.
Has A978 MEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A978 MEL has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on A978 MEL 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 A978 MEL find?
A978 MEL passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 9 advisories: central front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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