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Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

LS57 FGKMOT history

LS57 FGK is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 14 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 199,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LS57 FGK grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
199,221 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 FGK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 FGK was last recorded at 199,221 miles on 6 May 2026, 3,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,325 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,896 miles
Average per year
9,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,221 miles
  • 2025 – 195,325 miles
  • 2024 – 168,917 miles
  • 2023 – 161,632 miles
  • 2021 – 154,570 miles
  • 2020 – 146,656 miles
  • 2019 – 137,669 miles
  • 2018 – 127,840 miles
  • 2017 – 120,905 miles
  • 2016 – 111,965 miles
  • 2015 – 100,840 miles
  • 2014 – 91,549 miles
  • 2013 – 83,289 miles
  • 2012 – 74,723 miles
  • 2011 – 66,540 miles
  • 2010 – 58,956 miles
  • 2009 – 36,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,221 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,221 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    199,221 miles
    Test number
    810189969838
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail199,221 miles (+3,896)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,221 miles
    Test number
    434981209310
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass195,325 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    195,325 miles
    Test number
    800092789755
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail195,325 miles (+26,408)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,325 miles
    Test number
    292835884179
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass168,917 miles (+7,285)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    168,917 miles
    Test number
    135238863281
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass161,632 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    161,632 miles
    Test number
    111346632942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail161,630 miles (+7,060)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,630 miles
    Test number
    952396298036
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass154,570 miles (+57)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,570 miles
    Test number
    905699437237
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pads wear indicator light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Fail154,513 miles (+7,857)1 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,513 miles
    Test number
    651891762306
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  10. Pass146,656 miles (+8,987)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    146,656 miles
    Test number
    988096042857
    • DangerousNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass137,669 miles (+9,829)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    137,669 miles
    Test number
    555188306610
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass127,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    127,840 miles
    Test number
    744758341885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail127,840 miles (+6,935)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,840 miles
    Test number
    239817786920
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass120,905 miles (+8,940)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    120,905 miles
    Test number
    418755756426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass111,965 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    111,965 miles
    Test number
    602076816398
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  16. Fail111,964 miles (+11,124)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,964 miles
    Test number
    260175678806
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  17. Pass100,840 miles (+9,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    925545952123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass91,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,549 miles
    Test number
    739590574290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,549 miles (+8,260)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,549 miles
    Test number
    687779964201
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass83,289 miles (+8,566)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,289 miles
    Test number
    785570773201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,723 miles (+8,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,723 miles
    Test number
    147925952233
    • NoteFront tyres close to wear bars

  22. Fail66,540 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,540 miles
    Test number
    247726061249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass66,540 miles (+7,584)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,540 miles
    Test number
    796566961252
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass58,956 miles (+22,156)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,956 miles
    Test number
    512752570235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,800 miles
    Test number
    473452349478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS57 FGK

Does LS57 FGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS57 FGK is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS57 FGK?
The MOT on LS57 FGK is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS57 FGK done?
LS57 FGK was recorded at 199,221 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 9,899 miles a year.
Has LS57 FGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 FGK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS57 FGK 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 LS57 FGK find?
LS57 FGK passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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