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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

S31 BSYMOT history

S31 BSY is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 3 Aug 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 218,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

S31 BSY green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
218,788 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 BSY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Aug 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 BSY was last recorded at 218,788 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,756 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
7,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,788 miles
  • 2025 – 210,309 miles
  • 2024 – 204,917 miles
  • 2023 – 199,059 miles
  • 2022 – 191,618 miles
  • 2021 – 184,603 miles
  • 2020 – 178,806 miles
  • 2019 – 168,766 miles
  • 2018 – 154,438 miles
  • 2017 – 145,488 miles
  • 2016 – 142,197 miles
  • 2014 – 137,746 miles
  • 2013 – 132,183 miles
  • 2012 – 120,756 miles
  • 2011 – 110,877 miles
  • 2010 – 103,161 miles
  • 2009 – 94,846 miles
  • 2008 – 86,847 miles
  • 2007 – 76,452 miles
  • 2006 – 64,657 miles
  • 2005 – 53,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,788 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,788 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    218,788 miles
    Test number
    420662476050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail218,756 miles (+8,447)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,756 miles
    Test number
    297835048031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Behind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass210,309 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    210,309 miles
    Test number
    994156778282
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail210,309 miles (+5,392)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,309 miles
    Test number
    694835396593
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass204,917 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    204,917 miles
    Test number
    880404402857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail204,911 miles (+5,852)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,911 miles
    Test number
    588112911987
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength area round trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength area round trailing arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass199,059 miles (+7,441)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    199,059 miles
    Test number
    957301066306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass191,618 miles (+101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    191,618 miles
    Test number
    522515150057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail191,517 miles (+6,914)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,517 miles
    Test number
    674381344392
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill holed and corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis / shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Pass184,603 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    184,603 miles
    Test number
    464181540090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail184,531 miles (+5,725)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,531 miles
    Test number
    719688282203
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass178,806 miles (+10,040)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    178,806 miles
    Test number
    196234570023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass168,766 miles (+14,328)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    168,766 miles
    Test number
    299226183897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass154,438 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    154,438 miles
    Test number
    845833692145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail154,335 miles (+8,847)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,335 miles
    Test number
    392322117314
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass145,488 miles (+3,291)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    145,488 miles
    Test number
    973377178433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass142,197 miles (+4,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    142,197 miles
    Test number
    155816647120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass137,746 miles (+5,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    137,746 miles
    Test number
    159654434236
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  19. Pass132,183 miles (+11,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    132,183 miles
    Test number
    355428213278
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  20. Pass120,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,756 miles
    Test number
    155941492136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail120,756 miles (+9,879)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,756 miles
    Test number
    256451392407
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass110,877 miles (+7,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    110,877 miles
    Test number
    145986201277
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass103,161 miles (+8,315)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,161 miles
    Test number
    253155010280
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade slightly smears the windscreen
    • NoteOffside mirror slightly damaged

  24. Fail94,846 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,846 miles
    Test number
    624057219233
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  25. Pass94,846 miles (+7,999)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    94,846 miles
    Test number
    914617019266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  26. Pass86,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    190972318277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail86,847 miles (+10,395)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    233702818279
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  28. Fail76,452 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,452 miles
    Test number
    270951627274
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  29. Pass76,452 miles (+11,795)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    76,452 miles
    Test number
    361871927237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass64,657 miles (+11,144)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,657 miles
    Test number
    132372816256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass53,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    793174095142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 BSY

Does S31 BSY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 BSY is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 BSY?
The MOT on S31 BSY is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 BSY done?
S31 BSY was recorded at 218,788 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 7,910 miles a year.
Has S31 BSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 BSY has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 BSY 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 S31 BSY find?
S31 BSY passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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