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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

K31 MDLMOT history

K31 MDL is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 171,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2024
Mileage
171,002 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 MDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2024
Latest MOT test
9 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 MDL was last recorded at 171,002 miles on 9 May 2023, 1,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,578 miles · 11 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,424 miles
Average per year
8,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,002 miles
  • 2022 – 169,578 miles
  • 2020 – 164,406 miles
  • 2019 – 149,691 miles
  • 2018 – 145,590 miles
  • 2017 – 141,642 miles
  • 2016 – 136,980 miles
  • 2015 – 131,616 miles
  • 2014 – 121,505 miles
  • 2013 – 110,519 miles
  • 2012 – 100,254 miles
  • 2011 – 88,759 miles
  • 2010 – 76,574 miles
  • 2009 – 66,422 miles
  • 2008 – 48,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,002 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,002 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    171,002 miles
    Test number
    924067701484
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail171,002 miles (+1,424)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,002 miles
    Test number
    625902328476
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass169,578 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    169,578 miles
    Test number
    164302972691
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail169,578 miles (+5,172)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,578 miles
    Test number
    856511561237
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass164,406 miles (+14,715)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    164,406 miles
    Test number
    624219451491
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass149,691 miles (+4,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    149,691 miles
    Test number
    326146472346
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass145,590 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    145,590 miles
    Test number
    292764123172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    141,642 miles
    Test number
    394153223842
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Fail141,634 miles (+4,654)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,634 miles
    Test number
    651304931097
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass136,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,980 miles
    Test number
    929312796783
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Fail136,980 miles (+5,364)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,980 miles
    Test number
    544323371011
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Fail131,616 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,616 miles
    Test number
    516983045098
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating

  13. Pass131,616 miles (+10,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    131,616 miles
    Test number
    866823945034
    • NoteExhaust deteriorating

  14. Pass121,505 miles (+11)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    121,505 miles
    Test number
    196640034463
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteExhaust showing signs of deteriorating

  15. Fail121,494 miles (+10,975)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,494 miles
    Test number
    816069424000
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteExhaust showing signs of deteriorating

  16. Pass110,519 miles (+10,265)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    110,519 miles
    Test number
    557208823020
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass100,254 miles (+11,495)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    100,254 miles
    Test number
    837862532075
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass88,759 miles (+12,185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    88,759 miles
    Test number
    937692731009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass76,574 miles (+10,152)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    692751040082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,422 miles (+3)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    323585809177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear lamp cracked

  21. Fail66,419 miles (+17,458)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,419 miles
    Test number
    381464009157
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear lamp cracked

  22. Pass48,961 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,961 miles
    Test number
    493169888084
    • NoteCv grease seaping past clip on n/s drivre shaft

  23. Fail48,961 miles2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,961 miles
    Test number
    214527288050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCv grease seaping past clip on n/s drivre shaft

Questions about K31 MDL

Does K31 MDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K31 MDL expired on 8 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K31 MDL?
The MOT on K31 MDL expired on 8 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K31 MDL done?
K31 MDL was recorded at 171,002 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2023, an average of 8,074 miles a year.
Has K31 MDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 MDL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2023.
Has the mileage on K31 MDL 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 K31 MDL find?
K31 MDL passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside; offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake hose slightly deteriorated offside and nearside.

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