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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

S31 TGBMOT history

S31 TGB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 251,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S31 TGB silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
251,231 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 TGB
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
1 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 TGB was last recorded at 251,231 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,231 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 251,231 miles
  • 2025 – 248,865 miles
  • 2024 – 244,998 miles
  • 2023 – 240,199 miles
  • 2022 – 236,990 miles
  • 2021 – 231,380 miles
  • 2019 – 228,476 miles
  • 2018 – 227,275 miles
  • 2017 – 222,294 miles
  • 2016 – 218,289 miles
  • 2015 – 211,709 miles
  • 2014 – 206,733 miles
  • 2013 – 200,763 miles
  • 2012 – 189,449 miles
  • 2011 – 168,965 miles
  • 2010 – 165,745 miles
  • 2009 – 128,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,231 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner d bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre bald on inner edge , badly worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,231 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    251,231 miles
    Test number
    868312405445
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner d bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail251,231 miles (+2,366)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,231 miles
    Test number
    304627719348
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner d bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass248,865 miles (+3,867)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    248,865 miles
    Test number
    933465989828
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wear 225/454/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened rubber seats adrift (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass244,998 miles (+4,799)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    244,998 miles
    Test number
    825070133881
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine stabiliser mount worn

  5. Pass240,199 miles (+3,209)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    240,199 miles
    Test number
    891863360677
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass236,990 miles (+5,610)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    236,990 miles
    Test number
    783053620983
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass231,380 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    231,380 miles
    Test number
    115821026172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail231,371 miles (+2,895)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,371 miles
    Test number
    780851658907
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust in poor condition

  9. Pass228,476 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    228,476 miles
    Test number
    593702613613
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre bald on inner edge , badly worn on outer edge

  10. Fail228,462 miles (+1,187)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,462 miles
    Test number
    128067558257
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre bald on inner edge , badly worn on outer edge

  11. Pass227,275 miles (+4,981)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    227,275 miles
    Test number
    933519912509
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  12. Pass222,294 miles (+4,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    222,294 miles
    Test number
    825780275156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer sidewall perishing

  13. Pass218,289 miles (+6,580)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    218,289 miles
    Test number
    563147977586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass211,709 miles (+4,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    211,709 miles
    Test number
    340610530459
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass206,733 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    206,733 miles
    Test number
    338782244485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail200,763 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,763 miles
    Test number
    507136143271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  17. Pass200,763 miles (+11,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    200,763 miles
    Test number
    827176543281
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  18. Fail189,449 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,449 miles
    Test number
    276880722273
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass189,449 miles (+20,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    189,449 miles
    Test number
    568150022218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail168,965 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,965 miles
    Test number
    216323011214
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Pass168,965 miles (+3,220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    168,965 miles
    Test number
    306123011489
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass165,745 miles (+36,852)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    165,745 miles
    Test number
    114178100256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass128,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    128,893 miles
    Test number
    562091799192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail128,893 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,893 miles
    Test number
    570251899192
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about S31 TGB

Does S31 TGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 TGB is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 TGB?
The MOT on S31 TGB is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 TGB done?
S31 TGB was recorded at 251,231 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 7,341 miles a year.
Has S31 TGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 TGB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S31 TGB 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 TGB find?
S31 TGB passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner d bar bushes; rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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