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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

S38 CPSMOT history

S38 CPS is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 213,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

S38 CPS green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
213,672 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S38 CPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S38 CPS was last recorded at 213,672 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 2,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,622 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,050 miles
Average per year
6,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,672 miles
  • 2025 – 211,622 miles
  • 2024 – 209,353 miles
  • 2023 – 204,717 miles
  • 2022 – 199,448 miles
  • 2021 – 197,676 miles
  • 2020 – 194,693 miles
  • 2019 – 187,971 miles
  • 2018 – 181,316 miles
  • 2017 – 176,251 miles
  • 2016 – 173,872 miles
  • 2015 – 171,186 miles
  • 2014 – 156,774 miles
  • 2013 – 146,644 miles
  • 2012 – 138,672 miles
  • 2011 – 132,261 miles
  • 2010 – 123,862 miles
  • 2009 – 115,981 miles
  • 2008 – 107,486 miles
  • 2007 – 93,984 miles
  • 2006 – 87,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,672 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed not in prescribed area
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,672 miles (+2,050)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    213,672 miles
    Test number
    475245688333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch holed not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass211,622 miles (+2,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    211,622 miles
    Test number
    236148782791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower inner wheel arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass209,353 miles (+82)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    209,353 miles
    Test number
    570189605463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively tow bar slightly corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full brake inspection wheel trims obstructing view of pads

  4. Fail209,271 miles (+4,554)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,271 miles
    Test number
    393201532912
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively tow bar slightly corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full brake inspection wheel trims obstructing view of pads

  5. Pass204,717 miles (+5,269)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    204,717 miles
    Test number
    943847909203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass199,448 miles (+1,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    199,448 miles
    Test number
    454149650899
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass197,676 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    197,676 miles
    Test number
    296339118626
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear silencer slightly deteriorated

  8. Fail197,676 miles (+2,983)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,676 miles
    Test number
    165941793339
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible pipe to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryRear silencer slightly deteriorated

  9. Pass194,693 miles (+6,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    194,693 miles
    Test number
    398717818705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted

  10. Pass187,971 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    187,971 miles
    Test number
    467533122795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocker bushes are perished

  11. Fail187,971 miles (+6,655)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,971 miles
    Test number
    391514314948
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocker bushes are perished

  12. Pass181,316 miles (+5,065)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    181,316 miles
    Test number
    341983854867
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass176,251 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    176,251 miles
    Test number
    455044099871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  14. Fail176,251 miles (+2,379)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,251 miles
    Test number
    713759990633
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  15. Pass173,872 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    173,872 miles
    Test number
    275159731871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass171,186 miles (+14,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    171,186 miles
    Test number
    460703687775
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass156,774 miles (+10,130)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    156,774 miles
    Test number
    618089824374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass146,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    146,644 miles
    Test number
    248188433388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail146,644 miles (+7,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,644 miles
    Test number
    638438833316
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass138,672 miles (+6,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    138,672 miles
    Test number
    476361642409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass132,261 miles (+8,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    132,261 miles
    Test number
    425698141475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail123,862 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,862 miles
    Test number
    570345040378
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass123,862 miles (+7,881)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    123,862 miles
    Test number
    824285540336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass115,981 miles (+8,495)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    115,981 miles
    Test number
    930265849381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wipers worn

  25. Fail107,486 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,486 miles
    Test number
    291308058321
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f door mirror cracked.Advise n/s/r tyre traed low.

  26. Pass107,486 miles (+13,502)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    107,486 miles
    Test number
    451388658387
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f door mirror cracked.Advise n/s/r tyre traed low.

  27. Pass93,984 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,984 miles
    Test number
    652664987162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail93,967 miles (+6,117)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,967 miles
    Test number
    821243687144
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass87,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    87,850 miles
    Test number
    104541686153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S38 CPS

Does S38 CPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S38 CPS is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S38 CPS?
The MOT on S38 CPS is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S38 CPS done?
S38 CPS was recorded at 213,672 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 6,272 miles a year.
Has S38 CPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S38 CPS has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S38 CPS 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 S38 CPS find?
S38 CPS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play; nearside front inner wheel arch holed not in prescribed area; offside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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