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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,968 cc

K79 GNVMOT history

K79 GNV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 18 Jun 1993. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 156,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
156,796 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2022
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K79 GNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
18 Jun 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K79 GNV was last recorded at 156,796 miles on 12 Aug 2022, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
156,770 miles · 25 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
2,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,796 miles
  • 2021 – 156,770 miles
  • 2019 – 154,587 miles
  • 2018 – 150,117 miles
  • 2013 – 147,963 miles
  • 2012 – 141,834 miles
  • 2011 – 135,888 miles
  • 2010 – 130,610 miles
  • 2009 – 125,038 miles
  • 2007 – 122,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,796 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,796 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    156,796 miles
    Test number
    201852457264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,770 miles (+2,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    156,770 miles
    Test number
    893832332591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass154,587 miles (+4,470)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,587 miles
    Test number
    640529400611
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel-arch , both sills rear floor and cross-member sections corroded outside of prescribed areas

  4. Pass150,117 miles (+2,154)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    150,117 miles
    Test number
    280101387675
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs cooroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion on inner sills

  5. Pass147,963 miles (+6,129)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    147,963 miles
    Test number
    388681473154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Pass141,834 miles (+5,946)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    141,834 miles
    Test number
    547368972146
    • NoteBrake pedal travel long

  7. Pass135,888 miles (+5,278)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    135,888 miles
    Test number
    489541271199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteOil leak

  8. Pass130,610 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    130,610 miles
    Test number
    361300460146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChassis has been undersealed
    • NoteFront exhaust rubber missing
    • NoteHazard switch sticking
    • NoteInterior mirror missing
    • NoteRattle from inside cat converter

  9. Fail130,610 miles (+5,572)2 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,610 miles
    Test number
    802930660194
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChassis has been undersealed
    • NoteFront exhaust rubber missing
    • NoteHazard switch sticking
    • NoteInterior mirror missing
    • NoteRattle from inside cat converter

  10. Pass125,038 miles (+2,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    125,038 miles
    Test number
    682422859114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  11. Pass122,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    122,959 miles
    Test number
    690074677004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,959 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,959 miles
    Test number
    263084577006
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about K79 GNV

Does K79 GNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K79 GNV expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K79 GNV?
The MOT on K79 GNV expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K79 GNV done?
K79 GNV was recorded at 156,796 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2022, an average of 2,196 miles a year.
Has K79 GNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K79 GNV has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2010.
Has the mileage on K79 GNV 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 K79 GNV find?
K79 GNV passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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