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Volkswagen Caravelle

Beige · Diesel · 2004 · 2,460 cc

S4 GADMOT history

S4 GAD is a beige diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 175,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2025
Mileage
175,410 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 GAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 GAD was last recorded at 175,410 miles on 4 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,410 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 175,410 miles
  • 2022 – 175,359 miles
  • 2021 – 175,271 miles
  • 2020 – 174,961 miles
  • 2019 – 174,679 miles
  • 2018 – 174,167 miles
  • 2017 – 173,323 miles
  • 2016 – 172,849 miles
  • 2015 – 172,254 miles
  • 2014 – 171,677 miles
  • 2013 – 168,959 miles
  • 2012 – 162,528 miles
  • 2011 – 145,769 miles
  • 2010 – 129,148 miles
  • 2009 – 104,341 miles
  • 2008 – 83,452 miles
  • 2007 – 63,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,410 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,410 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    175,410 miles
    Test number
    982752470338
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail175,410 miles (+51)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,410 miles
    Test number
    341389584335
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass175,359 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,359 miles
    Test number
    615938159393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,271 miles (+310)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    175,271 miles
    Test number
    755010819059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass174,961 miles (+282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    174,961 miles
    Test number
    865940188007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass174,679 miles (+512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    174,679 miles
    Test number
    420546612325
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass174,167 miles (+844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    174,167 miles
    Test number
    120234897567
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass173,323 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    173,323 miles
    Test number
    902487168881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass172,849 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    172,849 miles
    Test number
    258172891830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass172,254 miles (+577)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    172,254 miles
    Test number
    558928625189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass171,677 miles (+2,718)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    171,677 miles
    Test number
    516823134180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass168,959 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    168,959 miles
    Test number
    267357523190
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  13. Fail168,954 miles (+6,426)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,954 miles
    Test number
    218083323400
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass162,528 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    162,528 miles
    Test number
    636385522181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail162,526 miles (+16,757)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,526 miles
    Test number
    246575822476
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass145,769 miles (+16,621)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    145,769 miles
    Test number
    696500191034
    • NoteBlow from exhaust ( back of engine )

  17. Pass129,148 miles (+24,807)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    129,148 miles
    Test number
    244711010161
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  18. Pass104,341 miles (+20,889)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    104,341 miles
    Test number
    194388059461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteDamage to n/s sill

  19. Fail83,452 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,452 miles
    Test number
    374602858038
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  20. Pass83,452 miles (+20,306)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    83,452 miles
    Test number
    733502958033
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  21. Pass63,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    63,146 miles
    Test number
    672010467098
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S4 GAD

Does S4 GAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S4 GAD expired on 3 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S4 GAD?
The MOT on S4 GAD expired on 3 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S4 GAD done?
S4 GAD was recorded at 175,410 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2024, an average of 6,473 miles a year.
Has S4 GAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 GAD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S4 GAD 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 S4 GAD find?
S4 GAD passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2024 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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