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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S59 BNVMOT history

S59 BNV is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 144,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

S59 BNV red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
144,836 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
3,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 BNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S59 BNV was last recorded at 144,836 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,826 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
3,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,836 miles
  • 2025 – 143,501 miles
  • 2024 – 141,609 miles
  • 2023 – 139,171 miles
  • 2022 – 137,021 miles
  • 2021 – 133,761 miles
  • 2020 – 131,876 miles
  • 2019 – 129,547 miles
  • 2018 – 127,312 miles
  • 2017 – 124,120 miles
  • 2016 – 119,704 miles
  • 2015 – 116,954 miles
  • 2013 – 112,014 miles
  • 2012 – 106,202 miles
  • 2011 – 99,796 miles
  • 2010 – 93,687 miles
  • 2009 – 85,775 miles
  • 2008 – 80,338 miles
  • 2007 – 73,571 miles
  • 2006 – 66,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,836 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inbetween treads and on outer edge 205/65/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

35 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,836 miles (+10)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,836 miles
    Test number
    589547364371
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking inbetween treads and on outer edge 205/65/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail144,826 miles (+1,325)1 dangerous12 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,826 miles
    Test number
    203641966922
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass143,501 miles (+1,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    143,501 miles
    Test number
    308033624544
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s and o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass141,609 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    141,609 miles
    Test number
    205051085309
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail141,608 miles (+2,437)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,608 miles
    Test number
    872298148766
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass139,171 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,171 miles
    Test number
    587824045935
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail139,171 miles (+2,150)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,171 miles
    Test number
    746504305844
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass137,021 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    137,021 miles
    Test number
    917429011130
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail137,019 miles (+3,258)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,019 miles
    Test number
    934299128030
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass133,761 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    133,761 miles
    Test number
    426552673879
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail133,760 miles (+1,884)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,760 miles
    Test number
    822011714859
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass131,876 miles (+2,329)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    131,876 miles
    Test number
    120881740591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass129,547 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,547 miles
    Test number
    530380961335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail129,547 miles (+2,235)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,547 miles
    Test number
    299546842612
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass127,312 miles (+3,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,312 miles
    Test number
    723488282620
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Pass124,120 miles (+4,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,120 miles
    Test number
    470759984191
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass119,704 miles (+2,750)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,704 miles
    Test number
    442954721415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass116,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,954 miles
    Test number
    258066605260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail116,954 miles (+2)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,954 miles
    Test number
    416316905241
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail116,952 miles (+4,938)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,952 miles
    Test number
    377265375029
    • FailureOffside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass112,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,014 miles
    Test number
    419450583241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,014 miles (+5,812)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,014 miles
    Test number
    787448773205
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass106,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    106,202 miles
    Test number
    687183762255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail106,202 miles (+6,406)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,202 miles
    Test number
    725553662241
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass99,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,796 miles
    Test number
    929883081187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,796 miles (+6,109)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,796 miles
    Test number
    276529271476
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass93,687 miles (+7,912)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    93,687 miles
    Test number
    703651180111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on exhaust backbox by hanger

  28. Pass85,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,775 miles
    Test number
    920833239177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,775 miles (+5,437)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,775 miles
    Test number
    811653039163
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass80,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    611283968187
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Fail80,338 miles (+6,767)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    143442568160
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass73,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    584424197099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail73,571 miles (+6,787)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    932599387052
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  34. Fail66,784 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    581084226091
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  35. Pass66,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    990864426053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S59 BNV

Does S59 BNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S59 BNV expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S59 BNV?
The MOT on S59 BNV expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S59 BNV done?
S59 BNV was recorded at 144,836 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 3,763 miles a year.
Has S59 BNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 BNV has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S59 BNV 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 S59 BNV find?
S59 BNV failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake effort inadequate at a wheel; offside rear service brake effort inadequate at a wheel; service brake efficiency below requirements, and 1 more.

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