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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

LS53 VADMOT history

LS53 VAD is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 21 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 159,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

LS53 VAD blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,561 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 VAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 VAD was last recorded at 159,561 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 6,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,601 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,960 miles
Average per year
6,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,561 miles
  • 2024 – 152,601 miles
  • 2023 – 146,176 miles
  • 2022 – 140,671 miles
  • 2021 – 136,406 miles
  • 2020 – 131,367 miles
  • 2019 – 130,029 miles
  • 2018 – 129,005 miles
  • 2017 – 121,013 miles
  • 2016 – 114,098 miles
  • 2015 – 106,532 miles
  • 2014 – 98,786 miles
  • 2013 – 92,077 miles
  • 2012 – 80,973 miles
  • 2011 – 69,894 miles
  • 2010 – 61,274 miles
  • 2009 – 50,053 miles
  • 2008 – 40,874 miles
  • 2006 – 30,152 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,561 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r & n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s/f & o/s/f (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sliding door runner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r suspension arms corroded

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.

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,561 miles (+6,960)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,561 miles
    Test number
    317468591015
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r & n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s/f & o/s/f (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sliding door runner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r suspension arms corroded

  2. Pass152,601 miles (+6,425)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    152,601 miles
    Test number
    272151940575
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass146,176 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    146,176 miles
    Test number
    253736443320
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail146,176 miles (+5,505)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,176 miles
    Test number
    469025610432
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass140,671 miles (+19)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,671 miles
    Test number
    426823844360
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f bushes at rear of arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on

  6. Fail140,652 miles (+4,246)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,652 miles
    Test number
    452222268674
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear outer sill/door shut/runner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f bushes at rear of arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f suspension top mounts slightly noisy

  7. Pass136,406 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    136,406 miles
    Test number
    334341615976
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear engine mounts worn

  8. Fail136,406 miles (+5,039)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,406 miles
    Test number
    832410439477
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear engine mounts worn

  9. Pass131,367 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,367 miles
    Test number
    111269274429
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail131,367 miles (+1,338)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,367 miles
    Test number
    637363130042
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass130,029 miles (+1,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    130,029 miles
    Test number
    980536171806
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  12. Pass129,005 miles (+7,992)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    129,005 miles
    Test number
    632767267974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,013 miles (+6,906)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,013 miles
    Test number
    363547665270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracked

  14. Pass114,107 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    114,107 miles
    Test number
    431005270798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail114,098 miles (+7,566)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,098 miles
    Test number
    313041286833
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass106,532 miles (+7,746)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    106,532 miles
    Test number
    508593287227
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake slightly binding

  17. Pass98,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    98,786 miles
    Test number
    537502504353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,786 miles (+6,709)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,786 miles
    Test number
    915532204306
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass92,077 miles (+14)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    92,077 miles
    Test number
    407966213400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust centre and tail pipe corroded

  20. Fail92,063 miles (+11,090)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,063 miles
    Test number
    576775313392
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust centre and tail pipe corroded

  21. Pass80,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    766438832186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,973 miles (+11,079)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    986598032114
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass69,894 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    69,894 miles
    Test number
    905608631194
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMobile phone on rear seat
    • NoteSlight damage to rear bumper

  24. Fail69,894 miles (+8,620)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,894 miles
    Test number
    276318331156
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass61,274 miles (+11,221)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,274 miles
    Test number
    242419430490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass50,053 miles (+9,179)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,053 miles
    Test number
    903352549152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,874 miles
    Test number
    431972958152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail40,874 miles (+10,722)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,874 miles
    Test number
    473052858176
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass30,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,152 miles
    Test number
    800404726371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 VAD

Does LS53 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 VAD is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 VAD?
The MOT on LS53 VAD is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 VAD done?
LS53 VAD was recorded at 159,561 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 6,800 miles a year.
Has LS53 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 VAD has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS53 VAD 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 LS53 VAD find?
LS53 VAD passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip, and 10 more.

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