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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

LB51 UFUMOT history

LB51 UFU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 11 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 320,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
320,743 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 UFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 UFU was last recorded at 320,743 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 9,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
311,592 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,151 miles
Average per year
8,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 320,743 miles
  • 2024 – 311,592 miles
  • 2023 – 307,049 miles
  • 2022 – 301,309 miles
  • 2021 – 294,288 miles
  • 2020 – 288,561 miles
  • 2019 – 284,182 miles
  • 2018 – 272,721 miles
  • 2017 – 263,058 miles
  • 2016 – 252,975 miles
  • 2015 – 240,004 miles
  • 2014 – 228,443 miles
  • 2013 – 218,653 miles
  • 2012 – 209,038 miles
  • 2011 – 200,524 miles
  • 2010 – 192,541 miles
  • 2009 – 182,352 miles
  • 2008 – 169,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass320,743 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door runners / sill - both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass320,743 miles (+9,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    320,743 miles
    Test number
    785311152470
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass311,592 miles (+4,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    311,592 miles
    Test number
    948393386148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosions

  3. Pass307,049 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    307,049 miles
    Test number
    734381372569
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door runners / sill - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear row - all

  4. Fail307,039 miles (+5,730)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    307,039 miles
    Test number
    448219694470
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door runners / sill - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear row - all

  5. Pass301,309 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    301,309 miles
    Test number
    985744399202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at rear of side loading door and along door runner/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail301,301 miles (+7,013)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,301 miles
    Test number
    755401458676
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded ferule going into connector block on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill, lower seat belt mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill at rear of side loading door (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at rear of side loading door and along door runner/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass294,288 miles (+5,727)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    294,288 miles
    Test number
    977821572268
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass288,561 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    288,561 miles
    Test number
    380393796523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Fail288,551 miles (+4,369)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,551 miles
    Test number
    779717955801
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side door step area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Pass284,182 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    284,182 miles
    Test number
    536998294324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg has small hole through corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail284,175 miles (+11,454)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,175 miles
    Test number
    932727912244
    • MajorBrake cable damaged central handbrake cable corroded and frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis leg has small hole through corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass272,721 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    272,721 miles
    Test number
    707576664666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail272,714 miles (+9,656)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,714 miles
    Test number
    487426947704
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play axial arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass263,058 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    263,058 miles
    Test number
    567386402458
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components corroded

  15. Fail263,050 miles (+10,075)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,050 miles
    Test number
    262055172037
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle handbrake cable (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure and suspension components corroded

  16. Pass252,975 miles (+119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    252,975 miles
    Test number
    303378018203
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Fail252,856 miles (+12,852)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,856 miles
    Test number
    929328169302
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge 205/65/15C (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  18. Pass240,004 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    240,004 miles
    Test number
    274647640370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail240,997 miles (+12,554)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,997 miles
    Test number
    510590631721
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded at comp (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded at comp (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass228,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    228,443 miles
    Test number
    428394924434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail228,435 miles (+9,782)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,435 miles
    Test number
    675984224346
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass218,653 miles (+9,615)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    218,653 miles
    Test number
    319401713308
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass209,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    209,038 miles
    Test number
    736582812307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail209,030 miles (+8,506)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,030 miles
    Test number
    455162612361
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass200,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    200,524 miles
    Test number
    568246801398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail200,517 miles (+7,976)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,517 miles
    Test number
    387276901382
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass192,541 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    192,541 miles
    Test number
    252858320382
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAdvise power steering noisy
    • NoteAdvise rear discs corroed
    • NoteAdvise slight play steering rack bushs

  28. Fail192,539 miles (+10,187)7 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,539 miles
    Test number
    503056620382
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteAdvise power steering noisy
    • NoteAdvise rear discs corroed
    • NoteAdvise slight play steering rack bushs

  29. Pass182,352 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    182,352 miles
    Test number
    331669029364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail182,342 miles (+13,232)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,342 miles
    Test number
    622907329349
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  31. Pass169,110 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    169,110 miles
    Test number
    312391138355
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about LB51 UFU

Does LB51 UFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 UFU is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 UFU?
The MOT on LB51 UFU is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 UFU done?
LB51 UFU was recorded at 320,743 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 8,959 miles a year.
Has LB51 UFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 UFU has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 UFU 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 LB51 UFU find?
LB51 UFU passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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