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Volkswagen Caravelle

White · Diesel · 1995 · 2,370 cc

M126 DGTMOT history

M126 DGT is a white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 27 Feb 1995. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 245,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

M126 DGT white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
245,364 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M126 DGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
27 Feb 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M126 DGT was last recorded at 245,364 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,908 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
456 miles
Average per year
3,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 245,364 miles
  • 2024 – 244,908 miles
  • 2023 – 243,658 miles
  • 2022 – 243,507 miles
  • 2021 – 242,779 miles
  • 2019 – 241,559 miles
  • 2018 – 239,850 miles
  • 2017 – 235,861 miles
  • 2016 – 230,847 miles
  • 2015 – 227,512 miles
  • 2014 – 224,592 miles
  • 2013 – 219,449 miles
  • 2012 – 211,981 miles
  • 2011 – 205,453 miles
  • 2010 – 200,156 miles
  • 2009 – 193,625 miles
  • 2008 – 187,782 miles
  • 2007 – 181,499 miles
  • 2006 – 173,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,364 miles
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt on both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,364 miles (+456)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    245,364 miles
    Test number
    173498863403
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt on both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass244,908 miles (+1,250)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    244,908 miles
    Test number
    918670291252
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both fronts top ones (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside of vehicle

  3. Pass243,658 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    243,658 miles
    Test number
    663678110545
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under side of vehicle

  4. Fail243,653 miles (+146)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,653 miles
    Test number
    629338946220
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to under side of vehicle

  5. Pass243,507 miles (+728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    243,507 miles
    Test number
    799468338836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  6. Pass242,779 miles (+1,220)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    242,779 miles
    Test number
    179921409419
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass241,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    241,559 miles
    Test number
    822990541543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail241,559 miles (+1,709)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,559 miles
    Test number
    987514453064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass239,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    239,850 miles
    Test number
    254353529161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail239,850 miles (+3,989)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,850 miles
    Test number
    289709335826
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass235,861 miles (+5,014)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    235,861 miles
    Test number
    157224253481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass230,847 miles (+3,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    230,847 miles
    Test number
    353469658566
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all front upper and lower. (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass227,512 miles (+2,920)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    227,512 miles
    Test number
    669997575010
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel injector pump damp
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass224,592 miles (+5,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    224,592 miles
    Test number
    155723014154
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass219,449 miles (+7,468)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    219,449 miles
    Test number
    589806103110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass211,981 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    211,981 miles
    Test number
    427728212171
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail211,969 miles (+6,516)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,969 miles
    Test number
    295277212188
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth windscreen wiper blades deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass205,453 miles (+57)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    205,453 miles
    Test number
    605056141095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside registration plate lamp slightly dim
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  19. Fail205,396 miles (+5,240)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,396 miles
    Test number
    109335741498
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNearside registration plate lamp slightly dim
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  20. Pass200,156 miles (+6,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    200,156 miles
    Test number
    110496250097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass193,625 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    193,625 miles
    Test number
    612596559062
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail193,555 miles (+5,773)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,555 miles
    Test number
    891240859055
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass187,782 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    187,782 miles
    Test number
    844163058029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  24. Fail187,767 miles (+6,268)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,767 miles
    Test number
    162080258037
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSpare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  25. Pass181,499 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    181,499 miles
    Test number
    162544657044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail181,481 miles (+7,557)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,481 miles
    Test number
    192257047470
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass173,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    173,924 miles
    Test number
    572552446019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M126 DGT

Does M126 DGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M126 DGT expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M126 DGT?
The MOT on M126 DGT expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M126 DGT done?
M126 DGT was recorded at 245,364 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 3,644 miles a year.
Has M126 DGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M126 DGT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on M126 DGT 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 M126 DGT find?
M126 DGT passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt on both sides; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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