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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

LD52 UGPMOT history

LD52 UGP is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 18 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 25 of 36 MOT tests, with 239,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LD52 UGP red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
239,868 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
36
25 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 UGP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 UGP was last recorded at 239,868 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Aug 2010: 161,144 miles, lower than 171,142 miles on 19 Feb 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
239,818 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
9,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 239,868 miles
  • 2025 – 239,818 miles
  • 2024 – 237,760 miles
  • 2022 – 236,925 miles
  • 2021 – 235,210 miles
  • 2020 – 231,215 miles
  • 2019 – 228,040 miles
  • 2018 – 226,583 miles
  • 2017 – 221,850 miles
  • 2016 – 216,023 miles
  • 2015 – 210,041 miles
  • 2014 – 205,437 miles
  • 2013 – 199,593 miles
  • 2012 – 197,900 miles
  • 2011 – 191,072 miles
  • 2010 – 161,144 miles
  • 2009 – 158,000 miles
  • 2008 – 131,448 miles
  • 2007 – 97,316 miles
  • 2006 – 61,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,868 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

36 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,868 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    239,868 miles
    Test number
    438458884541
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass239,818 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    239,818 miles
    Test number
    326505041660
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Fail239,818 miles (+2,058)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,818 miles
    Test number
    398993367559
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass237,760 miles (+835)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    237,760 miles
    Test number
    489068159251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass236,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    236,925 miles
    Test number
    633740202539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail236,925 miles (+1,715)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,925 miles
    Test number
    788528602053
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass235,210 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    235,210 miles
    Test number
    529308982293
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail235,206 miles (+3,991)4 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,206 miles
    Test number
    975555000053
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass231,215 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    231,215 miles
    Test number
    146076605126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail231,204 miles (+3,164)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,204 miles
    Test number
    646778197809
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass228,040 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    228,040 miles
    Test number
    112551802429
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail228,036 miles (+1,453)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,036 miles
    Test number
    507650513664
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass226,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    226,583 miles
    Test number
    688704792300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail226,583 miles (+4,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,583 miles
    Test number
    809859356742
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Pass221,850 miles (+5,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    221,850 miles
    Test number
    880276152876
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  16. Pass216,023 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    216,023 miles
    Test number
    493920403840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail216,023 miles (+5,982)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,023 miles
    Test number
    271180262720
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass210,041 miles (+4,604)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    210,041 miles
    Test number
    689514715130
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass205,437 miles (+5,844)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    205,437 miles
    Test number
    896875814114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass199,593 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    199,593 miles
    Test number
    979165923018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail199,589 miles (+1,689)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,589 miles
    Test number
    146193823405
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail197,900 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,900 miles
    Test number
    169083252044
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  23. Pass197,900 miles (+6,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    197,900 miles
    Test number
    229153852052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  24. Pass191,072 miles (+29,928)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    191,072 miles
    Test number
    127442941011
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteSlight play to nearside steering arm

  25. Pass161,144 miles (-9,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    161,144 miles
    Test number
    364155620231
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass171,142 miles (+13,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    171,142 miles
    Test number
    340370950003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass158,000 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    158,000 miles
    Test number
    354512129206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail157,842 miles (+2,514)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,842 miles
    Test number
    961089919233
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass155,328 miles (+23,880)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    155,328 miles
    Test number
    151473579136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight movemeant to offside and nearside front steering arms

  30. Pass131,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    131,448 miles
    Test number
    493154028273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail131,448 miles (+15,584)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,448 miles
    Test number
    633661128268
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  32. Pass115,864 miles (+18,548)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    115,864 miles
    Test number
    533346648024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass97,316 miles (+14,973)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    97,316 miles
    Test number
    671832527245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass82,343 miles (+20,796)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    82,343 miles
    Test number
    681480247086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass61,547 miles (+11,582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,547 miles
    Test number
    331682026425
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  36. Pass49,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,965 miles
    Test number
    612295056091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD52 UGP

Does LD52 UGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD52 UGP is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD52 UGP?
The MOT on LD52 UGP is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD52 UGP done?
LD52 UGP was recorded at 239,868 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 9,547 miles a year.
Has LD52 UGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 UGP has failed 11 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LD52 UGP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD52 UGP find?
LD52 UGP passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush in arm worn.

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