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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,370 cc

L49 XVLMOT history

L49 XVL is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 18 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 169,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

L49 XVL blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
169,891 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L49 XVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
18 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L49 XVL was last recorded at 169,891 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,882 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
2,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,891 miles
  • 2025 – 168,153 miles
  • 2023 – 167,599 miles
  • 2022 – 167,455 miles
  • 2021 – 166,654 miles
  • 2020 – 166,070 miles
  • 2011 – 163,808 miles
  • 2010 – 152,399 miles
  • 2009 – 139,584 miles
  • 2008 – 137,942 miles
  • 2007 – 133,847 miles
  • 2006 – 129,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,891 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside steering suspension and braking components have corrosion and have heavy waxoiling making inspection hardRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe to centre pipe joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Van has had a lot of welding however is okay for test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,891 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    169,891 miles
    Test number
    398432887585
    • AdvisoryUnderside steering suspension and braking components have corrosion and have heavy waxoiling making inspection hard

  2. Fail169,882 miles (+1,729)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,882 miles
    Test number
    427776584677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside steering suspension and braking components have corrosion and have heavy waxoiling making inspection hard

  3. Pass168,153 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    168,153 miles
    Test number
    160462749104
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe to centre pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVan has had a lot of welding however is okay for test
    • AdvisoryVan is heavily undersealed

  4. Fail168,144 miles (+545)3 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,144 miles
    Test number
    137506103998
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe to centre pipe joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVan has had a lot of welding however is okay for test
    • AdvisoryVan is heavily undersealed

  5. Pass167,599 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    167,599 miles
    Test number
    415371665930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,586 miles (+131)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,586 miles
    Test number
    660201431890
    • MajorFront Fuel pipe leaking engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass167,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,455 miles
    Test number
    437069105450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail167,455 miles (+801)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,455 miles
    Test number
    561723829395
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass166,654 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    166,654 miles
    Test number
    945690876611
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail166,654 miles (+584)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,654 miles
    Test number
    641310946279
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass166,070 miles (+2,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    166,070 miles
    Test number
    854954408447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass163,808 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    163,808 miles
    Test number
    257209741360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail163,783 miles (+11,384)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,783 miles
    Test number
    427829331443
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  14. Pass152,399 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    152,399 miles
    Test number
    653738370202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail152,398 miles (+12,814)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,398 miles
    Test number
    273604170293
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  16. Pass139,584 miles (+1,642)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    139,584 miles
    Test number
    121572079455
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChassis and all components under vehicle covered in underseal
    • NoteN/s/front tyre worn at outer edge

  17. Pass137,942 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    137,942 miles
    Test number
    921295468084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass133,847 miles (+4,460)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    133,847 miles
    Test number
    731109067068
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass129,387 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    129,387 miles
    Test number
    662269356034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail129,305 miles1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,305 miles
    Test number
    182653556410
    • DangerousOffside Outer Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L49 XVL

Does L49 XVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L49 XVL is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L49 XVL?
The MOT on L49 XVL is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L49 XVL done?
L49 XVL was recorded at 169,891 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,026 miles a year.
Has L49 XVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L49 XVL has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L49 XVL 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 L49 XVL find?
L49 XVL passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: underside steering suspension and braking components have corrosion and have heavy waxoiling making inspection hard.

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