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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1995 · 2,461 cc

M126 VAKMOT history

M126 VAK is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 22 Feb 1995. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 114,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
114,947 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M126 VAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
22 Feb 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M126 VAK was last recorded at 114,947 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,879 miles · 14 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
3,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,947 miles
  • 2025 – 109,727 miles
  • 2021 – 103,242 miles
  • 2018 – 102,706 miles
  • 2017 – 100,375 miles
  • 2016 – 98,209 miles
  • 2015 – 96,403 miles
  • 2014 – 94,841 miles
  • 2013 – 91,930 miles
  • 2012 – 90,348 miles
  • 2010 – 85,805 miles
  • 2009 – 77,386 miles
  • 2008 – 66,483 miles
  • 2007 – 56,869 miles
  • 2006 – 46,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,947 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm tread depth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,947 miles (+68)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    114,947 miles
    Test number
    559128573304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  2. Fail114,879 miles (+5,152)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,879 miles
    Test number
    942753462255
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits cat internals insecure (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes low effort

  3. Pass109,727 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    109,727 miles
    Test number
    783009509757
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail109,727 miles (+6,485)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,727 miles
    Test number
    531267813767
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low also insecure on mountings (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre mount defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to limits (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass103,242 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,242 miles
    Test number
    818194764107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,706 miles (+2,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,706 miles
    Test number
    943443851654
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass100,375 miles (+2,166)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,375 miles
    Test number
    872081607382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,209 miles (+1,806)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,209 miles
    Test number
    260432064751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,403 miles (+1,562)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,403 miles
    Test number
    468348995123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,841 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,841 miles
    Test number
    478712304268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,930 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    836976093140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,348 miles (+4,543)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,348 miles
    Test number
    666320152191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,805 miles (+8,419)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,805 miles
    Test number
    903479460000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,386 miles (+10,903)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    663791379030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,483 miles (+9,614)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,483 miles
    Test number
    291066968021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,869 miles (+10,316)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,869 miles
    Test number
    713044567098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,553 miles
    Test number
    191322666071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M126 VAK

Does M126 VAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M126 VAK is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on M126 VAK?
The MOT on M126 VAK is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M126 VAK done?
M126 VAK was recorded at 114,947 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 3,406 miles a year.
Has M126 VAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M126 VAK has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on M126 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 M126 VAK find?
M126 VAK passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 1 more.

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