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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,370 cc

K73 GKUMOT history

K73 GKU is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 17 Mar 1993. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 108,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2023.

K73 GKU red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2024
Mileage
108,310 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2023
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K73 GKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K73 GKU was last recorded at 108,310 miles on 4 Dec 2023, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,191 miles · 27 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
1,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,310 miles
  • 2022 – 102,560 miles
  • 2021 – 99,637 miles
  • 2020 – 97,070 miles
  • 2019 – 93,398 miles
  • 2018 – 93,301 miles
  • 2017 – 92,670 miles
  • 2016 – 90,896 miles
  • 2015 – 90,562 miles
  • 2014 – 89,139 miles
  • 2013 – 88,171 miles
  • 2012 – 87,598 miles
  • 2011 – 86,813 miles
  • 2010 – 86,271 miles
  • 2009 – 85,129 miles
  • 2008 – 84,795 miles
  • 2007 – 84,561 miles
  • 2006 – 83,213 miles
  • 2005 – 80,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,310 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • O/S & N/S Inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,310 miles (+119)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    108,310 miles
    Test number
    899988916663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail108,191 miles (+5,631)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,191 miles
    Test number
    237959879573
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel hose leaking leak off pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass102,560 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    947026671277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail102,560 miles (+2,923)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    415412663860
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass99,637 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,637 miles
    Test number
    418051662360
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed

  6. Fail99,637 miles (+2,567)1 dangerous13 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,637 miles
    Test number
    805605968755
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking engine bay area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,070 miles (+3,672)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,070 miles
    Test number
    801693887084
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass93,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,398 miles
    Test number
    595930070680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,398 miles (+97)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,398 miles
    Test number
    624784286719
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass93,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,301 miles
    Test number
    237824902306
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside inner sills corroded but not in a prescribed area

  11. Fail93,301 miles (+631)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,301 miles
    Test number
    808591559152
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside inner sills corroded but not in a prescribed area

  12. Pass92,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    995334399411
    • AdvisoryO/S & N/S Inner sills corroded

  13. Fail92,670 miles (+1,774)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    798706582321
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/S & N/S Inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryO/S Rear and N/S Front tyre walls perished.

  14. Pass90,896 miles (+334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,896 miles
    Test number
    507784062346
    • AdvisoryN/S Front tyre wearing on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryO/S & N/S lower inner sill panels corroded but not in a prescribed area

  15. Pass90,562 miles (+1,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,562 miles
    Test number
    462341605087
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside inner sills corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryRear chassis/crossmember corroded but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryVery poor welding repairs to vehicle

  16. Pass89,139 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,139 miles
    Test number
    247840494291
    • NoteNearside front indicator lens damaged
    • NoteSevere corrosion in both offside and nearside front and centre inner sills but not in prescibed areas

  17. Fail89,139 miles (+968)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,139 miles
    Test number
    457280284288
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteSevere corrosion in both offside and nearside front and centre inner sills but not in prescibed areas

  18. Pass88,171 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,171 miles
    Test number
    377162933409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,169 miles (+571)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,169 miles
    Test number
    689984213239
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass87,598 miles (+785)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    87,598 miles
    Test number
    898337602251
    • NoteO/s and n/s inner sills

  21. Fail86,813 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,813 miles
    Test number
    676228701230
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass86,813 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    86,813 miles
    Test number
    949008001281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,271 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    571482400232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,129 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,129 miles
    Test number
    220007699115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,795 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    84,795 miles
    Test number
    371730018248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,561 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    84,561 miles
    Test number
    433356507224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass83,213 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    83,213 miles
    Test number
    361202106203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    80,318 miles
    Test number
    741985615279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K73 GKU

Does K73 GKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K73 GKU expired on 3 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K73 GKU?
The MOT on K73 GKU expired on 3 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K73 GKU done?
K73 GKU was recorded at 108,310 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2023, an average of 1,527 miles a year.
Has K73 GKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K73 GKU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K73 GKU 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 K73 GKU find?
K73 GKU passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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