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Volkswagen Caravelle

White and Green · Petrol · 1985 · 1,915 cc

B734 TPRMOT history

B734 TPR is a white and green petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Jun 1985. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 62,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2024.

B734 TPR white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2023
Mileage
62,406 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
B734 TPR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White and Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,915 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
1 Jun 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

B734 TPR was last recorded at 62,406 miles on 16 Jan 2024, 541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2008: 2,176 miles, lower than 95,053 miles on 26 Apr 2007.

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
61,865 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 62,406 miles
  • 2022 – 61,865 miles
  • 2021 – 59,199 miles
  • 2020 – 58,077 miles
  • 2019 – 56,204 miles
  • 2018 – 55,302 miles
  • 2017 – 53,886 miles
  • 2016 – 50,005 miles
  • 2015 – 44,960 miles
  • 2014 – 37,404 miles
  • 2013 – 32,310 miles
  • 2012 – 25,827 miles
  • 2011 – 19,286 miles
  • 2010 – 16,167 miles
  • 2009 – 11,634 miles
  • 2008 – 2,176 miles
  • 2007 – 95,053 miles
  • 2006 – 91,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,406 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod damaged and seriously weakened tie rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front step heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front body out rigger corroded but secure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose fouling tyre on full lockn but not damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front step heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • N/S/F tyre perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Steps & sills corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail62,406 miles (+541)9 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,406 miles
    Test number
    462496588835
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod damaged and seriously weakened tie rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front step heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body out rigger corroded but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose fouling tyre on full lockn but not damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front step heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass61,865 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,865 miles
    Test number
    752667658879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail61,847 miles (+2,648)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,847 miles
    Test number
    212770974438
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (damage) (4.10 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (and n/s/r) (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,199 miles (+1,122)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,199 miles
    Test number
    531346711247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,077 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    58,077 miles
    Test number
    479701937849
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail58,077 miles (+1,873)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,077 miles
    Test number
    981914812320
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass56,204 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,204 miles
    Test number
    316751674420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,302 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,302 miles
    Test number
    464983356802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail55,298 miles (+1,412)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,298 miles
    Test number
    343806611600
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases nearside rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch 2 patches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass53,886 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,886 miles
    Test number
    331658139788
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySills & step panels corroding

  11. Fail53,868 miles (+3,863)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,868 miles
    Test number
    114677849238
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass50,005 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,005 miles
    Test number
    529230008717
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteps & sills corroding

  13. Fail49,989 miles (+5,029)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,989 miles
    Test number
    110444417996
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Lower mount area (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill & inner wheel housing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Lower mounting area (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Arch & wheel housing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteps & sills corroding

  14. Pass44,960 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,960 miles
    Test number
    448323405250
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished

  15. Fail44,960 miles (+7,556)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,960 miles
    Test number
    908932405299
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished

  16. Pass37,404 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    37,404 miles
    Test number
    626844364180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Fail37,404 miles (+5,094)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,404 miles
    Test number
    398793564125
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass32,310 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,310 miles
    Test number
    279868273185
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail32,304 miles (+6,477)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,304 miles
    Test number
    386116753127
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass25,827 miles (+6,541)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,827 miles
    Test number
    926804542130
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOff side rear lense cracked

  21. Pass19,286 miles (+3,119)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,286 miles
    Test number
    657307811183
    • NoteNearside rear lamp damaged

  22. Pass16,167 miles (+4,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    16,167 miles
    Test number
    321158910198
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass11,634 miles (+9,458)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    11,634 miles
    Test number
    281073699030
    • NoteNearside rear lamp damaged
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  24. Pass2,176 miles (-92,877)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    2,176 miles
    Test number
    433464398051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass95,053 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    95,053 miles
    Test number
    463656317139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass91,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    91,682 miles
    Test number
    373450036139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B734 TPR

Does B734 TPR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B734 TPR expired on 16 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B734 TPR?
The MOT on B734 TPR expired on 16 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B734 TPR done?
B734 TPR was recorded at 62,406 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2024.
Has B734 TPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B734 TPR has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on B734 TPR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on B734 TPR find?
B734 TPR failed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2024 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective; nearside rear position lamp lens seriously defective, and 20 more.

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