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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Lpg · 1997 · 2,461 cc

R337 LHCMOT history

R337 LHC is a green lpg Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 29 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 144,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2023.

R337 LHC green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jan 2024
Mileage
144,524 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R337 LHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Lpg
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
29 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R337 LHC was last recorded at 144,524 miles on 4 Jan 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,517 miles · 21 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,524 miles
  • 2022 – 144,517 miles
  • 2021 – 135,976 miles
  • 2020 – 127,813 miles
  • 2019 – 123,286 miles
  • 2018 – 118,020 miles
  • 2017 – 107,136 miles
  • 2016 – 101,200 miles
  • 2015 – 101,025 miles
  • 2014 – 99,581 miles
  • 2013 – 91,268 miles
  • 2012 – 84,875 miles
  • 2011 – 77,968 miles
  • 2010 – 73,090 miles
  • 2009 – 63,287 miles
  • 2008 – 51,924 miles
  • 2007 – 47,828 miles
  • 2006 – 43,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,524 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to bodywork but not leaving sharp edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to N/S inner sill outside of prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear cross member outside of prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryO/S rear brake pipe corroded and covered in greaseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 emissions carbon monoxide content excessive

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,524 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    144,524 miles
    Test number
    508466536892
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to bodywork but not leaving sharp edges
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to N/S inner sill outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear cross member outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S rear brake pipe corroded and covered in grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,517 miles (+72)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,517 miles
    Test number
    508790416796
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch near upper shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to bodywork but not leaving sharp edges
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to N/S inner sill outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear cross member outside of prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/S rear brake pipe corroded and covered in grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,445 miles (+8,469)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,445 miles
    Test number
    658745832882
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury obligatory mirror casing has jagged edge. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower side step area excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area.advise welding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower body/chassis rail excessively corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing corroded but no jagged edges and still attached.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.

  4. Pass135,976 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,976 miles
    Test number
    340444255144
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail135,976 miles (+50)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,976 miles
    Test number
    665149297694
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,926 miles (+8,113)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,926 miles
    Test number
    421333614425
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded not holed

  7. Pass127,813 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    127,813 miles
    Test number
    991721963979
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail127,798 miles (+4,512)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,798 miles
    Test number
    502584574499
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass123,286 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,286 miles
    Test number
    590190552099
    • AdvisoryNearside Floor pan has excessive corrosion but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch has excessive corrosion but not in prescribed area

  10. Fail123,227 miles (+5,207)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,227 miles
    Test number
    462528955596
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside floor pan has excessive corrosion but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch has excessive corrosion but not in a prescribed area

  11. Pass118,020 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    301064537229
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail118,020 miles (+10,884)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    142222249316
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass107,136 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,136 miles
    Test number
    105730039947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,085 miles (+5,885)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,085 miles
    Test number
    525761049685
    • FailureEmissions not tested exhaust leaking (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass101,200 miles (+59)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    101,200 miles
    Test number
    428775180798
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to chassis

  16. Fail101,141 miles (+116)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    677397975147
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion to chassis

  17. Pass101,025 miles (+1,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    101,025 miles
    Test number
    555430365974
    • AdvisoryFront front exhaust rubbers broken.exhaust is supported ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion out rigger to bumper corroded (6.1.A.1)

  18. Pass99,581 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,581 miles
    Test number
    789324694239
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail99,575 miles (+8,307)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,575 miles
    Test number
    899333894222
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass91,268 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    91,268 miles
    Test number
    356183863456
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront shocks weak

  21. Fail91,261 miles (+6,386)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,261 miles
    Test number
    229463063274
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront shocks weak

  22. Pass84,875 miles (+21)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    84,875 miles
    Test number
    297045672288
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail84,854 miles (+6,886)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,854 miles
    Test number
    717612072216
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass77,968 miles (+4,878)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,968 miles
    Test number
    695400751201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass73,090 miles (+9,803)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    73,090 miles
    Test number
    844265240296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass63,287 miles (+11,363)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,287 miles
    Test number
    714713639205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,924 miles (+4,096)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,924 miles
    Test number
    781372458232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,828 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,828 miles
    Test number
    562456547202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,823 miles (+4,658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    574302847228
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  30. Pass43,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,165 miles
    Test number
    232795456283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R337 LHC

Does R337 LHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R337 LHC expired on 3 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R337 LHC?
The MOT on R337 LHC expired on 3 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R337 LHC done?
R337 LHC was recorded at 144,524 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2023, an average of 6,214 miles a year.
Has R337 LHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R337 LHC has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on R337 LHC 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 R337 LHC find?
R337 LHC passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2023 with 9 advisories: corrosion to bodywork but not leaving sharp edges; heavy corrosion to n/s inner sill outside of prescribed areas; heavy corrosion to rear cross member outside of prescribed areas, and 6 more.

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