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Volkswagen Caravelle

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S47 BTTMOT history

S47 BTT is a white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 23 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 70,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

S47 BTT white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jul 2027
Mileage
70,822 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S47 BTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S47 BTT was last recorded at 70,822 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2013: 43,345 miles, lower than 412,416 miles on 18 May 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
70,818 miles · 10 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,822 miles
  • 2025 – 69,614 miles
  • 2024 – 68,913 miles
  • 2023 – 64,868 miles
  • 2022 – 60,169 miles
  • 2021 – 54,626 miles
  • 2020 – 51,210 miles
  • 2019 – 50,104 miles
  • 2018 – 47,733 miles
  • 2016 – 47,450 miles
  • 2015 – 46,253 miles
  • 2014 – 44,560 miles
  • 2013 – 43,345 miles
  • 2012 – 412,416 miles
  • 2011 – 39,423 miles
  • 2010 – 38,032 miles
  • 2009 – 36,659 miles
  • 2008 – 32,922 miles
  • 2007 – 30,146 miles
  • 2006 – 27,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,822 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 hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Front lower crash panel corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/s front foremost outrigger corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,822 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    70,822 miles
    Test number
    589954293341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,818 miles (+1,204)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,818 miles
    Test number
    239975919136
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass69,614 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    441631626412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,913 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    68,913 miles
    Test number
    774184380613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,868 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    64,868 miles
    Test number
    481709273485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,169 miles (+5,543)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,169 miles
    Test number
    350028607016
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight gear box oil leak

  7. Pass54,626 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    54,626 miles
    Test number
    299157222539
    • AdvisoryFront lower crash panel corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s front foremost outrigger corroded

  8. Fail54,624 miles (+3,414)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,624 miles
    Test number
    633677027674
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative with ignition off (4.4.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront lower crash panel corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s front foremost outrigger corroded

  9. Pass51,210 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    51,210 miles
    Test number
    736764721979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,104 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,104 miles
    Test number
    709185930259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,733 miles
    Test number
    672670616566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    823087441425
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. FailMileage not read3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    749100054673
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass47,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    193308999371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,450 miles (+1,197)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    533235933978
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass46,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,253 miles
    Test number
    675041245183
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail46,253 miles (+1,693)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,253 miles
    Test number
    418200145104
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass44,560 miles (+1,215)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,560 miles
    Test number
    505049734155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass43,345 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    106891743166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail43,345 miles (-369,071)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,345 miles
    Test number
    565080643164
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass412,416 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    412,416 miles
    Test number
    297409832196
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTyres perished

  22. Fail412,416 miles (+372,993)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    412,416 miles
    Test number
    338338232111
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTyres perished

  23. Pass39,423 miles (+1,391)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,423 miles
    Test number
    606759731123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass38,032 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,032 miles
    Test number
    403108230193
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteExhaust fouling rack
    • NoteFront exhaust lose on clamp
    • NoteRear seat belts twisted
    • NoteStonechip center windscreen

  25. Fail38,032 miles (+1,373)5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,032 miles
    Test number
    214637330119
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteExhaust fouling rack
    • NoteFront exhaust lose on clamp
    • NoteRear seat belts twisted
    • NoteStonechip center windscreen

  26. Pass36,659 miles (+3,737)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,659 miles
    Test number
    933066949197
    • NoteExhaust joint sealer @ CAT'
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSlight play front droplinks

  27. Pass32,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,922 miles
    Test number
    610535298074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,922 miles (+2,776)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,922 miles
    Test number
    200423198074
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  29. Pass30,146 miles (+2,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,146 miles
    Test number
    522172107159
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass27,807 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    27,807 miles
    Test number
    193907936050
    • NoteN/s/f ball joint boot split

Questions about S47 BTT

Does S47 BTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S47 BTT is valid until 20 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S47 BTT?
The MOT on S47 BTT is valid until 20 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S47 BTT done?
S47 BTT was recorded at 70,822 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,103 miles a year.
Has S47 BTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S47 BTT has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S47 BTT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S47 BTT find?
S47 BTT passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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