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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S118 RLBMOT history

S118 RLB is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 189,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

S118 RLB red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
189,375 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,515 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S118 RLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S118 RLB was last recorded at 189,375 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 7,493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,882 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,493 miles
Average per year
5,515 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,375 miles
  • 2025 – 181,882 miles
  • 2024 – 172,242 miles
  • 2023 – 167,757 miles
  • 2022 – 159,167 miles
  • 2021 – 156,146 miles
  • 2020 – 154,562 miles
  • 2019 – 151,260 miles
  • 2018 – 146,441 miles
  • 2017 – 139,571 miles
  • 2016 – 132,599 miles
  • 2015 – 118,398 miles
  • 2014 – 113,460 miles
  • 2013 – 108,840 miles
  • 2012 – 106,496 miles
  • 2010 – 104,334 miles
  • 2009 – 100,741 miles
  • 2008 – 99,378 miles
  • 2007 – 93,765 miles
  • 2006 – 87,215 miles
  • 2005 – 76,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,375 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front lower front slam panel corroded
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under side of vehicle

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,375 miles (+7,493)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    189,375 miles
    Test number
    422091342016
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower front slam panel corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to under side of vehicle

  2. Pass181,882 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    181,882 miles
    Test number
    460972739980
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil all (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear to all (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail181,882 miles (+9,640)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,882 miles
    Test number
    780587436420
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength + inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil all (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear to all (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass172,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    172,242 miles
    Test number
    160918285080
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger snapped exhaust still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail172,242 miles (+4,485)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,242 miles
    Test number
    371474288954
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger snapped exhaust still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass167,757 miles (+8,590)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    167,757 miles
    Test number
    983976234276
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  7. Pass159,167 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    159,167 miles
    Test number
    635713857883
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail159,163 miles (+3,017)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,163 miles
    Test number
    921371772342
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass156,146 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,146 miles
    Test number
    402179874853
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  10. Fail156,145 miles (+1,583)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,145 miles
    Test number
    490609637105
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  11. Pass154,562 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    154,562 miles
    Test number
    341783566427
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  12. Fail154,560 miles (+3,300)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,560 miles
    Test number
    441312907946
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  13. Pass151,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    151,260 miles
    Test number
    887418208277
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  14. Fail151,260 miles (+4,819)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,260 miles
    Test number
    620773623213
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side loading door has damage and a hole in (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  15. Pass146,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    146,441 miles
    Test number
    443776939651
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened middle row (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Fail146,441 miles (+6,870)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,441 miles
    Test number
    569069506473
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage sliding door (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened middle row (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  17. Pass139,571 miles (+6,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    139,571 miles
    Test number
    914934818450
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  18. Pass132,599 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    132,599 miles
    Test number
    364243290405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail132,591 miles (+14,193)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,591 miles
    Test number
    292144547376
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass118,398 miles (+4,938)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    118,398 miles
    Test number
    468322545034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,460 miles (+4,620)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    113,460 miles
    Test number
    619412254026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass108,840 miles (+2,344)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    108,840 miles
    Test number
    305516043076
    • NoteSlight play in offside inner steering arm ball joint
    • NoteSmall pin hole to offside front outer c v boot plastic type !!

  23. Pass106,496 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    207512152021
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Fail106,481 miles (+2,147)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,481 miles
    Test number
    796921452081
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass104,334 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,334 miles
    Test number
    130499300302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail100,741 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,741 miles
    Test number
    442674799295
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass100,741 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    100,741 miles
    Test number
    482754699204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,378 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,378 miles
    Test number
    441992608427
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  29. Pass99,378 miles (+5,613)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    99,378 miles
    Test number
    773852308335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass93,765 miles (+6,550)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    93,765 miles
    Test number
    990758787235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass87,215 miles (+10,520)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    87,215 miles
    Test number
    384883706311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass76,695 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    76,695 miles
    Test number
    750157495265
    • NoteN/s rear fog light missing

Questions about S118 RLB

Does S118 RLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S118 RLB is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S118 RLB?
The MOT on S118 RLB is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S118 RLB done?
S118 RLB was recorded at 189,375 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 5,515 miles a year.
Has S118 RLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S118 RLB has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S118 RLB 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 S118 RLB find?
S118 RLB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes, and 4 more.

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