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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

L18 SVWMOT history

L18 SVW is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 30 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 188,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L18 SVW red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
188,353 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SVW was last recorded at 188,353 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 1,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,057 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,296 miles
Average per year
5,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,353 miles
  • 2025 – 187,057 miles
  • 2024 – 185,324 miles
  • 2022 – 182,499 miles
  • 2021 – 180,355 miles
  • 2020 – 177,375 miles
  • 2019 – 174,790 miles
  • 2018 – 171,395 miles
  • 2017 – 165,971 miles
  • 2016 – 160,718 miles
  • 2015 – 154,663 miles
  • 2014 – 148,437 miles
  • 2013 – 142,864 miles
  • 2012 – 136,422 miles
  • 2011 – 130,552 miles
  • 2010 – 122,447 miles
  • 2009 – 112,526 miles
  • 2008 – 101,132 miles
  • 2007 – 88,525 miles
  • 2006 – 70,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,353 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Corrosion to nearside front inner sill.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass188,353 miles (+1,296)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    188,353 miles
    Test number
    351121546846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass187,057 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    187,057 miles
    Test number
    772936515939
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front inner sill.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail187,057 miles (+1,733)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,057 miles
    Test number
    667341967472
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside front inner sill.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass185,324 miles (+2,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    185,324 miles
    Test number
    256979012557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass182,499 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    182,499 miles
    Test number
    657819694290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail182,499 miles (+2,144)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,499 miles
    Test number
    512331137202
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass180,355 miles (+2,980)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    180,355 miles
    Test number
    399843599456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass177,375 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,375 miles
    Test number
    991261241173
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail177,375 miles (+2,585)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,375 miles
    Test number
    367074653568
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass174,790 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    174,790 miles
    Test number
    918879868129
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS and OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced forward chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail174,789 miles (+3,394)7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,789 miles
    Test number
    323118013684
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function No damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass171,395 miles (+5,424)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    171,395 miles
    Test number
    605044196418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass165,971 miles (+5,253)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    165,971 miles
    Test number
    920705207862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass160,718 miles (+6,055)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    160,718 miles
    Test number
    915616374921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass154,663 miles (+6,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    154,663 miles
    Test number
    898710306185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass148,437 miles (+5,573)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    148,437 miles
    Test number
    588744874210
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass142,864 miles (+6,442)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    142,864 miles
    Test number
    326276493293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has chunk out of sidewall
    • NoteN/s/r floor pan panel been cut

  18. Pass136,422 miles (+5,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    136,422 miles
    Test number
    926793092236
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  19. Pass130,552 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    130,552 miles
    Test number
    229194081264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust rubbers perished

  20. Fail130,552 miles (+8,105)1 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,552 miles
    Test number
    596654481219
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust rubbers perished

  21. Fail122,447 miles1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,447 miles
    Test number
    151878280226
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r floor pan has a cut
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill corroded
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake cable corroded

  22. Pass122,447 miles (+9,921)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    122,447 miles
    Test number
    503838680230
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r floor pan has a cut
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill corroded
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake cable corroded

  23. Pass112,526 miles (+11,394)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    112,526 miles
    Test number
    810947889291
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCut in near side front tyre
    • NoteCut in near side rear floor

  24. Pass101,132 miles (+12,607)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    101,132 miles
    Test number
    101024998297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on

  25. Pass88,525 miles (+6,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    88,525 miles
    Test number
    853523707363
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass81,748 miles (+11,438)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    81,748 miles
    Test number
    192333747094
    • NoteSlight corrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteSlight playiy/wear in suspension bushes.
    • NoteSlight wear in ball joint.

  27. Pass70,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,310 miles
    Test number
    443792556052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,310 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,310 miles
    Test number
    904541656082
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about L18 SVW

Does L18 SVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SVW is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SVW?
The MOT on L18 SVW is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SVW done?
L18 SVW was recorded at 188,353 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 5,855 miles a year.
Has L18 SVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SVW has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 SVW 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 L18 SVW find?
L18 SVW passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside outer vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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