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Volkswagen Caravelle

White · Diesel · 1995 · 1,896 cc

M901 TKNMOT history

M901 TKN is a white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 12 Jun 1995. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 147,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

M901 TKN white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
147,344 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
M901 TKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
12 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M901 TKN was last recorded at 147,344 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2015: 167,400 miles, lower than 245,477 miles on 14 Jan 2014.
  • 24 Aug 2017: 147,344 miles, lower than 232,145 miles on 29 Jul 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
147,344 miles · 5 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,344 miles
  • 2023 – 147,344 miles
  • 2022 – 147,344 miles
  • 2021 – 147,344 miles
  • 2020 – 147,344 miles
  • 2019 – 147,344 miles
  • 2018 – 147,344 miles
  • 2017 – 147,344 miles
  • 2016 – 232,145 miles
  • 2015 – 167,400 miles
  • 2014 – 245,477 miles
  • 2012 – 229,663 miles
  • 2011 – 216,179 miles
  • 2010 – 216,161 miles
  • 2009 – 208,672 miles
  • 2008 – 208,660 miles
  • 2007 – 200,573 miles
  • 2006 – 188,580 miles
  • 2005 – 181,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,344 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEntire vehicle undersealed
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slow to retract
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Slightly bent (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded/greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,344 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    720317085685
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEntire vehicle undersealed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Slightly bent (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass147,344 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    794627682735
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded/greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outrigger holed/corroded
    • AdvisoryMil light illuminated
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs blacked
  3. Fail147,344 miles1 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    704216880592
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to serious brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded/greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outrigger holed/corroded
    • AdvisoryMil light illuminated
  4. Fail147,344 miles1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    858919171887
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision Seat belt not attatched (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp lense cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  5. Fail147,344 miles2 dangerous9 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    225785596539
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision not attached (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess forward (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryCatalytic converter missing - benefit of doubt given
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  6. Pass147,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    862319061947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass147,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    505783769103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass147,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    229568435640
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail147,344 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    955637448870
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass147,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    233312109727
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail147,344 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    148379121035
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass147,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    827510772867
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  13. Fail147,344 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    458108037970
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  14. Pass147,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    571686060221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill excessively corroded
  15. Fail147,344 miles (-84,801)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,344 miles
    Test number
    780209799733
    • FailureFuel pipe insecure rubbing on steering rack (7.2.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill excessively corroded
  16. Pass232,145 miles (+64,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    232,145 miles
    Test number
    493221026610
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass167,400 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    167,400 miles
    Test number
    914502514676
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
  18. Fail167,400 miles (-78,077)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,400 miles
    Test number
    675411513814
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
  19. Pass245,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    245,477 miles
    Test number
    975774214088
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  20. Fail245,477 miles (+15,814)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,477 miles
    Test number
    269244004050
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  21. Pass229,663 miles (+13,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    229,663 miles
    Test number
    679894852222
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  22. Pass216,179 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    216,179 miles
    Test number
    277965331290
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  23. Fail216,161 miles (+7,489)8 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,161 miles
    Test number
    564941910135
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
  24. Pass208,672 miles (+12)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    208,672 miles
    Test number
    534744319077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAdvise power steering noise on full lock
  25. Fail208,660 miles (+8,087)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,660 miles
    Test number
    433093358350
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass200,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    200,573 miles
    Test number
    442929737380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail200,573 miles (+11,993)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,573 miles
    Test number
    574509037369
    • FailureRear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
  28. Pass188,580 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    188,580 miles
    Test number
    804554456375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail188,578 miles (+7,555)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,578 miles
    Test number
    402032856325
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • NoteNearside wiper
  30. Pass181,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    181,023 miles
    Test number
    230905355358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail181,023 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,023 miles
    Test number
    521064455332
    • FailureCentre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAdvise---Screw in N/S/R tyre tread!

Questions about M901 TKN

Does M901 TKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M901 TKN is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on M901 TKN?
The MOT on M901 TKN is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M901 TKN done?
M901 TKN was recorded at 147,344 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026.
Has M901 TKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M901 TKN has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on M901 TKN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M901 TKN find?
M901 TKN passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly damaged; entire vehicle undersealed; offside front seat belt slow to retract, and 3 more.

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