Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 2,461 cc

M113 VAKMOT history

M113 VAK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 28 Mar 1995. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2026.

M113 VAK blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
177,008 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,770 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for M113 VAK in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
M113 VAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
28 Mar 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M113 VAK was last recorded at 177,008 miles on 12 Apr 2026, 196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,812 miles · 20 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
196 miles
Average per year
3,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,008 miles
  • 2025 – 176,812 miles
  • 2024 – 176,612 miles
  • 2023 – 176,587 miles
  • 2022 – 176,543 miles
  • 2021 – 174,414 miles
  • 2015 – 168,888 miles
  • 2014 – 162,484 miles
  • 2013 – 153,754 miles
  • 2011 – 145,350 miles
  • 2010 – 135,260 miles
  • 2009 – 123,514 miles
  • 2008 – 114,822 miles
  • 2007 – 109,686 miles
  • 2006 – 103,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,008 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

  • Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,008 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    177,008 miles
    Test number
    233206932253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass176,812 miles (+200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    176,812 miles
    Test number
    706730523836
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose mounting rubber[ bracket] deteriorated (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass176,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    176,612 miles
    Test number
    984343938946
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail176,612 miles (+25)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,612 miles
    Test number
    151265099547
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass176,587 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    176,587 miles
    Test number
    388755474342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    176,543 miles
    Test number
    840583976224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail176,543 miles (+2,129)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,543 miles
    Test number
    334615690706
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all tyres front and back (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass174,414 miles (+5,526)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    174,414 miles
    Test number
    919436057981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass168,888 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    168,888 miles
    Test number
    405680365139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  10. Fail168,885 miles (+6,401)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,885 miles
    Test number
    268190565138
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear brake binding slightly

  11. Pass162,484 miles (+8,730)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    162,484 miles
    Test number
    228604574457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust silencer corroded

  12. Pass153,754 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    153,754 miles
    Test number
    118094663183
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront grill missing

  13. Fail153,753 miles (+1)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,753 miles
    Test number
    607637353129
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront grill missing

  14. Fail153,752 miles (+8,402)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,752 miles
    Test number
    658643573001
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass145,350 miles (+41)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    145,350 miles
    Test number
    996736681243
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  16. Fail145,309 miles (+10,049)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,309 miles
    Test number
    956705881232
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass135,260 miles (+11,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    135,260 miles
    Test number
    754975680252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  18. Pass123,514 miles (+8,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    123,514 miles
    Test number
    312216989270
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass114,822 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    114,822 miles
    Test number
    320418288455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail114,792 miles (+2,577)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,792 miles
    Test number
    731427088293
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

  21. Pass112,215 miles (+2,529)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    112,215 miles
    Test number
    401388528153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass109,686 miles (+5,775)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    109,686 miles
    Test number
    943983627388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass103,911 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    103,911 miles
    Test number
    381615026370
    • NoteExhaust blow from downpipe
    • NoteOffside front door mirror damaged

Questions about M113 VAK

Does M113 VAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M113 VAK is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M113 VAK?
The MOT on M113 VAK is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M113 VAK done?
M113 VAK was recorded at 177,008 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2026, an average of 3,770 miles a year.
Has M113 VAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M113 VAK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on M113 VAK 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 M113 VAK find?
M113 VAK passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all M113 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.