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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

C5 AOSMOT history

C5 AOS is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 12 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 190,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

C5 AOS black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
190,025 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 AOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 AOS was last recorded at 190,025 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 6,971 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,054 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,971 miles
Average per year
9,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 190,025 miles
  • 2024 – 183,054 miles
  • 2023 – 176,424 miles
  • 2022 – 168,882 miles
  • 2021 – 162,511 miles
  • 2020 – 152,552 miles
  • 2019 – 143,953 miles
  • 2018 – 133,565 miles
  • 2017 – 123,399 miles
  • 2016 – 112,729 miles
  • 2015 – 102,125 miles
  • 2014 – 88,694 miles
  • 2013 – 78,594 miles
  • 2012 – 69,509 miles
  • 2011 – 58,705 miles
  • 2010 – 49,944 miles
  • 2009 – 42,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,025 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • ENGINE COVER FITTED

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • UNDER TRAYS FITTED

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    190,025 miles
    Test number
    776117438853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail190,024 miles (+6,970)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,024 miles
    Test number
    422591511235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass183,054 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    183,054 miles
    Test number
    702502741570
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  4. Fail183,053 miles (+6,629)2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,053 miles
    Test number
    804056811636
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  5. Pass176,424 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    176,424 miles
    Test number
    278518779837
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  6. Fail176,423 miles (+7,541)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,423 miles
    Test number
    881401766395
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL FALKEN [245/40/20 ] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted RETAINING CLIP MISSING (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  7. Pass168,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    168,882 miles
    Test number
    856153555823
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  8. Fail168,882 miles (+6,371)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,882 miles
    Test number
    872029000778
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  9. Pass162,511 miles (+259)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    162,511 miles
    Test number
    236404151011
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  10. Fail162,252 miles (+9,700)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,252 miles
    Test number
    216698480750
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  11. Pass152,552 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    152,552 miles
    Test number
    633010627938
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  12. Fail152,552 miles (+8,599)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,552 miles
    Test number
    775797172701
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  13. Pass143,953 miles (+10,388)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    143,953 miles
    Test number
    914476998777
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  14. Pass133,565 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,565 miles
    Test number
    580448117532
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge RIGHT ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  15. Fail133,565 miles (+10,166)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,565 miles
    Test number
    331208891755
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge RIGHT ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  16. Pass123,399 miles (+10,670)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,399 miles
    Test number
    887210887306
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  17. Pass112,729 miles (+10,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    112,729 miles
    Test number
    480212856390
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass102,125 miles (+217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    102,125 miles
    Test number
    951114263549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail101,908 miles (+13,214)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,908 miles
    Test number
    640286426222
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass88,694 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    88,694 miles
    Test number
    595617644311
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  21. Fail88,694 miles (+10,100)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,694 miles
    Test number
    298157244370
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  22. Pass78,594 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    165267643310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  23. Fail78,594 miles (+9,085)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,594 miles
    Test number
    645037743371
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  24. Pass69,509 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,509 miles
    Test number
    249256842343
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box serverly corroded

  25. Fail69,509 miles (+10,804)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,509 miles
    Test number
    349736942388
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box serverly corroded

  26. Pass58,705 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,705 miles
    Test number
    227135391227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail58,686 miles (+8,742)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,686 miles
    Test number
    338634091470
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass49,944 miles (+7,813)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,944 miles
    Test number
    403544780209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,131 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,131 miles
    Test number
    832846269248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteNearside registration plate lamp was not working.came on when tapped and now seems ok.
    • NoteRear registration plate loose but not likely to fall off

  30. Fail42,131 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,131 miles
    Test number
    892026469251
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteNearside registration plate lamp was not working.came on when tapped and now seems ok.
    • NoteRear registration plate loose but not likely to fall off

Questions about C5 AOS

Does C5 AOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 AOS is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on C5 AOS?
The MOT on C5 AOS is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 AOS done?
C5 AOS was recorded at 190,025 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 9,122 miles a year.
Has C5 AOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 AOS has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 AOS 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 C5 AOS find?
C5 AOS passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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