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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

K90 BUSMOT history

K90 BUS is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 339,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2024.

K90 BUS green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2025
Mileage
339,675 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K90 BUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K90 BUS was last recorded at 339,675 miles on 2 Dec 2024, 3,008 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
336,667 miles · 4 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
3,008 miles
Average per year
6,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 339,675 miles
  • 2023 – 336,667 miles
  • 2022 – 332,403 miles
  • 2021 – 328,157 miles
  • 2020 – 323,505 miles
  • 2019 – 315,280 miles
  • 2018 – 305,413 miles
  • 2017 – 295,065 miles
  • 2016 – 288,614 miles
  • 2015 – 280,689 miles
  • 2013 – 268,251 miles
  • 2012 – 260,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass339,675 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis to hubs both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hubs from flex pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass339,675 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    339,675 miles
    Test number
    178205447365
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail339,671 miles (+3,004)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    339,671 miles
    Test number
    208024556581
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass336,667 miles (+4,264)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    336,667 miles
    Test number
    917894568458
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive undersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass332,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    332,403 miles
    Test number
    788116225857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail332,398 miles (+4,241)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    332,398 miles
    Test number
    327429969920
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner wall 235/45x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass328,157 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    328,157 miles
    Test number
    683655988262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis to hubs both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hubs from flex pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail328,152 miles (+4,647)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    328,152 miles
    Test number
    445962262983
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material chassis to hubs both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge very close (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hubs from flex pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass323,505 miles (+13)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    323,505 miles
    Test number
    416473909704
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail323,492 miles (+8,212)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    323,492 miles
    Test number
    373502085458
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass315,280 miles (+9,867)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    315,280 miles
    Test number
    965813225670
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass305,413 miles (+258)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    305,413 miles
    Test number
    365470041932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail305,155 miles (+10,090)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    305,155 miles
    Test number
    400905275424
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass295,065 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    295,065 miles
    Test number
    691888086196
    • AdvisoryCentral Front X MEMBER CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WINDSCREEN CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail295,065 miles (+6,451)1 dangerous5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    295,065 miles
    Test number
    972235247195
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front X MEMBER CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WINDSCREEN CRACKED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass288,614 miles (+7,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    288,614 miles
    Test number
    831036809013
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low on tread depth.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner edge.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass280,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    280,689 miles
    Test number
    185423585405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail280,689 miles (+12,438)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,689 miles
    Test number
    558723285012
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass268,251 miles (+108)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    268,251 miles
    Test number
    439108693113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail268,143 miles (+7,663)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,143 miles
    Test number
    217473693464
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass260,480 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    260,480 miles
    Test number
    459116082130
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about K90 BUS

Does K90 BUS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K90 BUS expired on 7 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K90 BUS?
The MOT on K90 BUS expired on 7 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K90 BUS done?
K90 BUS was recorded at 339,675 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2024, an average of 6,380 miles a year.
Has K90 BUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K90 BUS has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on K90 BUS 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 K90 BUS find?
K90 BUS passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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