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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,792 cc

S28 VWBMOT history

S28 VWB is a green petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 59,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2024.

S28 VWB green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2025
Mileage
59,638 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 VWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 VWB was last recorded at 59,638 miles on 10 Oct 2024, 1,759 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,879 miles · 16 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,759 miles
Average per year
1,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 59,638 miles
  • 2023 – 57,879 miles
  • 2022 – 53,630 miles
  • 2021 – 48,868 miles
  • 2020 – 48,823 miles
  • 2019 – 48,722 miles
  • 2018 – 48,302 miles
  • 2017 – 47,420 miles
  • 2016 – 46,551 miles
  • 2015 – 45,330 miles
  • 2014 – 43,911 miles
  • 2013 – 42,528 miles
  • 2012 – 41,513 miles
  • 2011 – 40,324 miles
  • 2010 – 39,147 miles
  • 2009 – 36,975 miles
  • 2008 – 34,371 miles
  • 2007 – 32,645 miles
  • 2006 – 31,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,638 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other steel brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,638 miles (+1,759)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,638 miles
    Test number
    800659688246
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass57,879 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,879 miles
    Test number
    607825300616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail57,879 miles (+4,249)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,879 miles
    Test number
    640419234461
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass53,630 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    53,630 miles
    Test number
    957557303822
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other steel brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail53,628 miles (+4,760)1 dangerous5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    550437230894
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded all rear pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded all rear steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all other steel brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass48,868 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    507660220132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail48,868 miles (+45)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    626258450587
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass48,823 miles (+101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,823 miles
    Test number
    532847883095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded going into caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded going into caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass48,722 miles (+420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,722 miles
    Test number
    922352745834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass48,302 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    48,302 miles
    Test number
    550226328869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,420 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,420 miles
    Test number
    303911930599
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes painted.

  12. Pass46,551 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    46,551 miles
    Test number
    722428792409
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust starting to corode

  13. Fail46,551 miles (+1,221)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,551 miles
    Test number
    849521711705
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust starting to corode

  14. Pass45,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    45,330 miles
    Test number
    396538315458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,330 miles (+1,419)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,330 miles
    Test number
    869547915244
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass43,911 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,911 miles
    Test number
    238447414236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail43,911 miles (+1,383)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,911 miles
    Test number
    449547914278
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass42,528 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,528 miles
    Test number
    916870323290
    • NoteNsf tyre tread cracked
    • NoteOsf tyre tread cracked

  19. Fail42,528 miles (+1,015)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,528 miles
    Test number
    897390223218
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNsf tyre tread cracked
    • NoteOsf tyre tread cracked

  20. Fail41,513 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    106702822273
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass41,513 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,513 miles
    Test number
    845652822268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,324 miles (+1,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,324 miles
    Test number
    406897311232
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass39,147 miles (+2,172)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,147 miles
    Test number
    381761020217
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteCentre row of seats removed

  24. Pass36,975 miles (+2,604)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    36,975 miles
    Test number
    311706219420
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  25. Pass34,371 miles (+1,726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    34,371 miles
    Test number
    790968718270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass32,645 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,645 miles
    Test number
    880942427257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,039 miles
    Test number
    594289716221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 VWB

Does S28 VWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S28 VWB expired on 9 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S28 VWB?
The MOT on S28 VWB expired on 9 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S28 VWB done?
S28 VWB was recorded at 59,638 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2024, an average of 1,573 miles a year.
Has S28 VWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 VWB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S28 VWB 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 S28 VWB find?
S28 VWB passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front inner road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 2 more.

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