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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

S15 PAVMOT history

S15 PAV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 9 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
161,078 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 PAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 PAV was last recorded at 161,078 miles on 8 May 2026, 11,342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 May 2023: 121,795 miles, lower than 135,799 miles on 17 Jun 2022.

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
149,736 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,342 miles
Average per year
8,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,078 miles
  • 2025 – 149,736 miles
  • 2024 – 135,339 miles
  • 2023 – 121,795 miles
  • 2022 – 135,799 miles
  • 2021 – 101,958 miles
  • 2020 – 90,792 miles
  • 2019 – 80,304 miles
  • 2018 – 73,528 miles
  • 2017 – 66,087 miles
  • 2016 – 58,061 miles
  • 2015 – 52,558 miles
  • 2014 – 46,784 miles
  • 2013 – 41,550 miles
  • 2012 – 35,815 miles
  • 2011 – 30,253 miles
  • 2010 – 24,895 miles
  • 2009 – 18,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,078 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Various brake pipes corroded/covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,078 miles (+11,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    161,078 miles
    Test number
    931961478585
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass149,736 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    149,736 miles
    Test number
    795651489350
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All exposed pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on the inner edge - also has tread damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail149,736 miles (+14,397)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,736 miles
    Test number
    626595972072
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All exposed pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slight bind (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on the inner edge - also has tread damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,339 miles
    Test number
    914602928717
    • AdvisoryCentre & Rear box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger corroding

  5. Fail135,339 miles (+13,544)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,339 miles
    Test number
    320589249347
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre & Rear box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger corroding

  6. Pass121,795 miles (-14,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    121,795 miles
    Test number
    547990026709
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass135,799 miles (+23,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    135,799 miles
    Test number
    139157372549
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded/covered in grease or other material

  8. Fail112,394 miles (+10,436)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    503606331263
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Wearing close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes corroded/covered in grease or other material

  9. Pass101,958 miles (+11,166)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,958 miles
    Test number
    888033118675
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber locating tab not located in hub.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,792 miles (+10,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,792 miles
    Test number
    151947435742
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass80,304 miles (+6,776)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    80,304 miles
    Test number
    346238100179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,528 miles (+7,441)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,528 miles
    Test number
    850801165031
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass66,087 miles (+8,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,087 miles
    Test number
    879576874074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,061 miles
    Test number
    452966995195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,061 miles (+5,503)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,061 miles
    Test number
    396411843140
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass52,558 miles (+5,774)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,558 miles
    Test number
    607680575187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,784 miles (+5,234)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,784 miles
    Test number
    575466674110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,550 miles
    Test number
    337118073122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,550 miles (+5,735)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,550 miles
    Test number
    265695873496
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass35,815 miles (+5,562)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,815 miles
    Test number
    156748972142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass30,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,253 miles
    Test number
    575418961141
    • 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)

  22. Fail30,253 miles (+5,358)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,253 miles
    Test number
    958588461194
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  23. Pass24,895 miles (+6,821)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,895 miles
    Test number
    730944370164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,074 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    18,074 miles
    Test number
    730661689101
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about S15 PAV

Does S15 PAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 PAV is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 PAV?
The MOT on S15 PAV is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 PAV done?
S15 PAV was recorded at 161,078 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 8,485 miles a year.
Has S15 PAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 PAV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S15 PAV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S15 PAV find?
S15 PAV passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive.

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