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Volkswagen Caravelle

White · Diesel · 1987 · 1,600 cc

D545 GCDMOT history

D545 GCD is a white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1987. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 129,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2023.

D545 GCD white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2024
Mileage
129,092 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2023
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D545 GCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Dec 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

D545 GCD was last recorded at 129,092 miles on 20 Sept 2023, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Aug 2021: 126,820 miles, lower than 129,699 miles on 23 May 2020.

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
129,086 miles · 22 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,092 miles
  • 2022 – 128,409 miles
  • 2021 – 126,820 miles
  • 2020 – 129,699 miles
  • 2019 – 126,178 miles
  • 2018 – 124,051 miles
  • 2017 – 121,294 miles
  • 2016 – 117,376 miles
  • 2015 – 115,102 miles
  • 2012 – 107,773 miles
  • 2010 – 103,831 miles
  • 2009 – 101,335 miles
  • 2008 – 99,211 miles
  • 2007 – 95,613 miles
  • 2006 – 92,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,092 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,092 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,092 miles
    Test number
    686868398240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,086 miles (+677)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,086 miles
    Test number
    203885133924
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board no tail pipe (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass128,409 miles (+1,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,409 miles
    Test number
    685946889649
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusted

  4. Pass126,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,820 miles
    Test number
    752783845944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,820 miles (-2,879)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,820 miles
    Test number
    698495847967
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

  6. Pass129,699 miles (+3,006)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    129,699 miles
    Test number
    453659259415
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail126,693 miles (+515)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,693 miles
    Test number
    222414228601
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass126,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,178 miles
    Test number
    879157075076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail126,177 miles (+2,126)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,177 miles
    Test number
    215756746090
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass124,051 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,051 miles
    Test number
    377778696239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail124,049 miles (+2,755)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,049 miles
    Test number
    611261116863
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass121,294 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,294 miles
    Test number
    686997371983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail121,263 miles (+3,887)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,263 miles
    Test number
    632899261895
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced RHR low reading (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass117,376 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    117,376 miles
    Test number
    385805560231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail117,372 miles5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,372 miles
    Test number
    781388910557
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded from valve over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass115,107 km5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    115,107 km
    Test number
    289691095041
    • AdvisoryBrake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake fluid on brake pedal. Recommend full check.
    • NoteNearside door mirror tape repair.
    • NoteNearside steering rack gaiter twisted and split.
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing.

  17. Fail115,102 miles (+7,329)3 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,102 miles
    Test number
    385266785051
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrake fluid on brake pedal. Recommend full check.
    • NoteNearside door mirror tape repair.
    • NoteNearside steering rack gaiter twisted and split.
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing.

  18. Pass107,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,773 miles
    Test number
    326892402422
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail107,773 miles (+3,942)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,773 miles
    Test number
    779532302273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass103,831 miles (+2,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,831 miles
    Test number
    531854490157
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass101,335 miles (+7)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    101,335 miles
    Test number
    144458369167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteScapeing niose from off side rear wheel indicateing rust between brakedrum and bake plate

  22. Fail101,328 miles (+2,117)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,328 miles
    Test number
    290516169106
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteScapeing niose from off side rear wheel indicateing rust between brakedrum and bake plate

  23. Pass99,211 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    99,211 miles
    Test number
    993105678116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail99,211 miles (+3,598)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,211 miles
    Test number
    821855078150
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass95,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    95,613 miles
    Test number
    500343797114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Fail95,613 miles (+3,455)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,613 miles
    Test number
    661052797153
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass92,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    103675966128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail92,158 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,158 miles
    Test number
    350039956163
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear brake pipe slightly corroded

Questions about D545 GCD

Does D545 GCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D545 GCD expired on 19 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D545 GCD?
The MOT on D545 GCD expired on 19 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D545 GCD done?
D545 GCD was recorded at 129,092 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2023, an average of 2,137 miles a year.
Has D545 GCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D545 GCD has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on D545 GCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D545 GCD find?
D545 GCD passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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