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Volkswagen Caravelle

Beige · Petrol · 1987 · 1,915 cc

D709 XCDMOT history

D709 XCD is a beige petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 May 1987. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 2,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2024.

D709 XCD beige Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
2,176 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
D709 XCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,915 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
1 May 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

D709 XCD was last recorded at 2,176 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Dec 2018: 716 miles, lower than 98,793 miles on 19 Jun 2017.

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
2,176 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 2,176 miles
  • 2020 – 1,070 miles
  • 2019 – 716 miles
  • 2018 – 716 miles
  • 2017 – 98,793 miles
  • 2016 – 96,365 miles
  • 2015 – 94,538 miles
  • 2013 – 93,953 miles
  • 2012 – 93,100 miles
  • 2011 – 92,826 miles
  • 2010 – 90,619 miles
  • 2009 – 80,419 miles
  • 2008 – 74,611 miles
  • 2007 – 72,685 miles
  • 2006 – 69,788 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass2,176 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass2,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    2,176 miles
    Test number
    917522885623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail2,176 miles (+1,106)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,176 miles
    Test number
    494523239083
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass1,070 miles (+354)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    1,070 miles
    Test number
    277550561628
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both inner wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass716 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    716 miles
    Test number
    703466313584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail716 miles (-98,077)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    716 miles
    Test number
    773439621374
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper missing
    • AdvisoryRear bumper missing

  6. Pass98,793 miles (+2,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,793 miles
    Test number
    332915285424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion engine compartment (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion engine compartment (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass96,365 miles (+1,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    96,365 miles
    Test number
    478294730538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded calliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass94,538 miles (+585)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,538 miles
    Test number
    339109585135
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery slightly insecure behind o/s seat
    • NoteBoth front brake backplates corroded
    • NoteSmall corrosion area on O/S/F Jacking point

  9. Fail93,953 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,953 miles
    Test number
    698622793158
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass93,953 miles (+853)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    93,953 miles
    Test number
    898472093109
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass93,100 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,100 miles
    Test number
    139159022143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail93,100 miles (+274)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,100 miles
    Test number
    428984822175
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass92,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    92,826 miles
    Test number
    567214521142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,826 miles (+2,207)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,826 miles
    Test number
    115205301103
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass90,619 miles (+10,200)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,619 miles
    Test number
    301202510129
    • NoteBrake warning light on although no fault found when testing brakes

  16. Pass80,419 miles (+5,808)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    904629819109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise flucation in nearside front brake readings

  17. Pass74,611 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,611 miles
    Test number
    174080518138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,685 miles (+2,897)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,685 miles
    Test number
    552077517173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    69,788 miles
    Test number
    283490816108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D709 XCD

Does D709 XCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on D709 XCD expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on D709 XCD?
The MOT on D709 XCD expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has D709 XCD done?
D709 XCD was recorded at 2,176 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024.
Has D709 XCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D709 XCD has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on D709 XCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Dec 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D709 XCD find?
D709 XCD passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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