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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

S15 RTRMOT history

S15 RTR is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 7 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 159,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

S15 RTR black Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
159,312 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 RTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 RTR was last recorded at 159,312 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,201 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
111 miles
Average per year
6,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,312 miles
  • 2024 – 149,508 miles
  • 2023 – 141,788 miles
  • 2022 – 133,102 miles
  • 2021 – 127,256 miles
  • 2020 – 121,987 miles
  • 2019 – 115,939 miles
  • 2018 – 109,408 miles
  • 2017 – 101,327 miles
  • 2016 – 99,206 miles
  • 2015 – 93,955 miles
  • 2014 – 89,065 miles
  • 2013 – 84,326 miles
  • 2012 – 78,629 miles
  • 2011 – 72,211 miles
  • 2010 – 66,429 miles
  • 2009 – 60,404 miles
  • 2008 – 50,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,312 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,312 miles (+111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    159,312 miles
    Test number
    587631303103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail159,201 miles (+9,693)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,201 miles
    Test number
    394722536045
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed open cut (cords visible) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroded

  3. Pass149,508 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    149,508 miles
    Test number
    687151794741
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail149,508 miles (+7,720)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,508 miles
    Test number
    517745491276
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass141,788 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,788 miles
    Test number
    287017230581
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail141,786 miles (+8,684)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,786 miles
    Test number
    245884412769
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to back (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Brake cable damaged Handbrake cable excessively corroded and severely frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Left to right (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,102 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,102 miles
    Test number
    177937286099
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess Frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level close to minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail133,102 miles (+5,846)3 major1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,102 miles
    Test number
    765446563367
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess Frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level close to minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass127,256 miles (+5,269)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,256 miles
    Test number
    988136684030
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass121,987 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    121,987 miles
    Test number
    194836519039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail121,971 miles (+6,032)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,971 miles
    Test number
    932937537820
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall damaged STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre starting to perish and wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass115,939 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,939 miles
    Test number
    196449964215
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  13. Fail115,937 miles (+6,529)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,937 miles
    Test number
    717402830668
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  14. Pass109,408 miles (+8,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,408 miles
    Test number
    637725565903
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  15. Pass101,327 miles (+2,121)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    101,327 miles
    Test number
    319997187002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower arm rear bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower arm rear bush worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  16. Pass99,206 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    99,206 miles
    Test number
    787808620352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencers badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeavy overall corrosion of suspension components
    • AdvisoryMetal rear brake pipes corroded offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake cable heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering metal pipe corroded rack end

  17. Fail99,206 miles (+5,251)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,206 miles
    Test number
    434916861316
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear silencers badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeavy overall corrosion of suspension components
    • AdvisoryMetal rear brake pipes corroded offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside rear handbrake cable heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering metal pipe corroded rack end

  18. Pass93,955 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    93,955 miles
    Test number
    365756625243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Fail93,955 miles (+4,890)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,955 miles
    Test number
    769486825205
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass89,065 miles (+4,739)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    89,065 miles
    Test number
    758311044252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre and rear silencers badly deteriorated

  21. Fail84,326 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    329693833268
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  22. Pass84,326 miles (+5,697)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    627653033214
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  23. Pass78,629 miles (+6,418)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,629 miles
    Test number
    136357532218
    • NoteCentre and rear silencers deteriorated

  24. Pass72,211 miles (+5,782)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,211 miles
    Test number
    418429561284
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s door mirror damaged

  25. Pass66,429 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    834166120210
    • DangerousRight-hand drive shaft has excessive radial play in splines

  26. Fail66,429 miles (+6,025)1 dangerous3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    362176320471
    • DangerousRight-hand drive shaft has excessive radial play in splines
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass60,404 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,404 miles
    Test number
    371130349221
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split but still clear screen effectively
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to deteriorate but can still be read from a minimum distance of 20 meters
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  28. Fail60,404 miles (+10,268)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,404 miles
    Test number
    520249039211
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split but still clear screen effectively
    • NoteFront registration plate starting to deteriorate but can still be read from a minimum distance of 20 meters
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  29. Pass50,136 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    50,136 miles
    Test number
    764660348206
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack arm.

  30. Fail50,136 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,136 miles
    Test number
    360450448275
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play in offside front steering rack arm.

Questions about S15 RTR

Does S15 RTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 RTR is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S15 RTR?
The MOT on S15 RTR is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 RTR done?
S15 RTR was recorded at 159,312 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 6,344 miles a year.
Has S15 RTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 RTR has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S15 RTR 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 S15 RTR find?
S15 RTR passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; rear coil spring corroded.

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