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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

L6 ELNMOT history

L6 ELN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 264,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

L6 ELN silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
264,523 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 ELN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 ELN was last recorded at 264,523 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 21,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,028 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
21,495 miles
Average per year
6,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 264,523 miles
  • 2024 – 243,028 miles
  • 2023 – 238,215 miles
  • 2022 – 230,417 miles
  • 2021 – 222,945 miles
  • 2020 – 220,144 miles
  • 2019 – 211,507 miles
  • 2018 – 205,329 miles
  • 2017 – 200,091 miles
  • 2016 – 193,935 miles
  • 2015 – 186,592 miles
  • 2014 – 179,792 miles
  • 2013 – 173,810 miles
  • 2012 – 168,272 miles
  • 2011 – 159,631 miles
  • 2010 – 153,961 miles
  • 2009 – 148,462 miles
  • 2008 – 142,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,523 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Spare wheel missing from carrier

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    264,523 miles
    Test number
    654781648564
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail264,522 miles (+21,494)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,522 miles
    Test number
    732772554767
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass243,028 miles (+4,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    243,028 miles
    Test number
    856370936687
    • 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))

  4. Pass238,215 miles (+7,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    238,215 miles
    Test number
    795138379945
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front d -bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass230,417 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    230,417 miles
    Test number
    567861840340
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing from carrier

  6. Fail230,414 miles (+7,469)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,414 miles
    Test number
    874028992441
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing from carrier

  7. Pass222,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    222,945 miles
    Test number
    275291977816
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail222,945 miles (+2,801)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,945 miles
    Test number
    831646196806
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass220,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    220,144 miles
    Test number
    647378389193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail220,144 miles (+8,637)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,144 miles
    Test number
    564215900815
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass211,507 miles (+6,178)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    211,507 miles
    Test number
    481324021429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass205,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    205,329 miles
    Test number
    895980165902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail205,329 miles (+5,238)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,329 miles
    Test number
    330572140328
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass200,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    200,091 miles
    Test number
    254671515075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail200,091 miles (+6,156)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,091 miles
    Test number
    268039457413
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass193,935 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    193,935 miles
    Test number
    678649893758
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension arm rear mounts

  17. Fail193,935 miles (+7,343)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,935 miles
    Test number
    765762728956
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension arm rear mounts

  18. Pass186,592 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    186,592 miles
    Test number
    229108705118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass179,792 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    179,792 miles
    Test number
    689878594080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail179,789 miles (+5,979)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,789 miles
    Test number
    118987694063
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass173,810 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    173,810 miles
    Test number
    678817703180
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail173,807 miles (+5,535)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,807 miles
    Test number
    955856903103
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass168,272 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    168,272 miles
    Test number
    616543892048
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp is on

  24. Fail168,272 miles (+8,641)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,272 miles
    Test number
    845203192019
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteAirbag warning lamp is on

  25. Fail159,631 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,631 miles
    Test number
    398121901185
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  26. Pass159,631 miles (+5,670)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    159,631 miles
    Test number
    468011701192
    • NoteAir bag light on

  27. Pass153,961 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    153,961 miles
    Test number
    741453600123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass148,462 miles (+6,268)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    148,462 miles
    Test number
    184077399466
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass142,194 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    142,194 miles
    Test number
    173502508179
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L6 ELN

Does L6 ELN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 ELN is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L6 ELN?
The MOT on L6 ELN is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 ELN done?
L6 ELN was recorded at 264,523 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 6,939 miles a year.
Has L6 ELN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 ELN has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L6 ELN 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 L6 ELN find?
L6 ELN passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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