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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S59 UNEMOT history

S59 UNE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 23 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 192,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

S59 UNE blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
192,625 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 UNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S59 UNE was last recorded at 192,625 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 8,758 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,867 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,758 miles
Average per year
6,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,625 miles
  • 2024 – 183,867 miles
  • 2023 – 176,720 miles
  • 2022 – 169,837 miles
  • 2021 – 163,190 miles
  • 2020 – 156,798 miles
  • 2019 – 150,886 miles
  • 2018 – 145,319 miles
  • 2017 – 140,007 miles
  • 2016 – 132,765 miles
  • 2015 – 124,802 miles
  • 2014 – 121,368 miles
  • 2013 – 117,389 miles
  • 2012 – 113,331 miles
  • 2011 – 109,261 miles
  • 2010 – 104,995 miles
  • 2009 – 100,310 miles
  • 2008 – 91,732 miles
  • 2007 – 84,501 miles
  • 2006 – 77,341 miles
  • 2005 – 68,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,625 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer tread areas.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,625 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    192,625 miles
    Test number
    618067699822
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail192,625 miles (+8,758)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,625 miles
    Test number
    973209147262
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass183,867 miles (+7,147)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    183,867 miles
    Test number
    990239416553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.1mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass176,720 miles (+6,883)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    176,720 miles
    Test number
    786762449386
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass169,837 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    169,837 miles
    Test number
    202769808233
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 1.8 mm and worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail169,837 miles (+6,647)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,837 miles
    Test number
    660632764299
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 1.8 mm and worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass163,190 miles (+6,392)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    163,190 miles
    Test number
    640311966835
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres on 3 mm.

  8. Pass156,798 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    156,798 miles
    Test number
    771236924159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer tread areas.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail156,769 miles (+5,883)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,769 miles
    Test number
    864441118771
    • MajorBrake cable damaged fraying wires deteriorating to excess. (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leaking under bonnet side. (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer tread areas.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass150,886 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    150,886 miles
    Test number
    225387391877
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail150,886 miles (+5,567)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,886 miles
    Test number
    203663523972
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass145,319 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    145,319 miles
    Test number
    821328453943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail145,112 miles (+5,105)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,112 miles
    Test number
    436240743641
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass140,007 miles (+7,242)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    140,007 miles
    Test number
    650844765542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,765 miles (+7,963)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    132,765 miles
    Test number
    897197612989
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  16. Pass124,802 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,802 miles
    Test number
    762825232050
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Fail124,776 miles (+3,408)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,776 miles
    Test number
    839248673749
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass121,368 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    121,368 miles
    Test number
    119339424349
    • NoteHandbrake cable return spring snapped
    • NoteSlight cracking in nearside front flaxy brake hose
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail121,368 miles (+3,979)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,368 miles
    Test number
    719899424344
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteHandbrake cable return spring snapped
    • NoteSlight cracking in nearside front flaxy brake hose
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass117,389 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    117,389 miles
    Test number
    675295323334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside front flexi brake hose cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 3mm
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail117,389 miles (+4,058)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,389 miles
    Test number
    725905423322
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNearside front flexi brake hose cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 3mm
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass113,331 miles (+79)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    113,331 miles
    Test number
    396623532302
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner shoulder

  23. Fail113,252 miles (+3,991)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,252 miles
    Test number
    206858322354
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn smooth on inner shoulder

  24. Pass109,261 miles (+4,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,261 miles
    Test number
    888473511368
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass104,995 miles (+4,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,995 miles
    Test number
    302273310348
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass100,310 miles (+8,578)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    100,310 miles
    Test number
    520002329326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass91,732 miles (+7,231)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    91,732 miles
    Test number
    521067618372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass84,501 miles (+7,160)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    84,501 miles
    Test number
    400343827472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade split
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front and rear brake discs

  29. Pass77,341 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    101022446390
    • 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)

  30. Fail77,341 miles (+8,715)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,341 miles
    Test number
    254102346331
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  31. Pass68,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    68,626 miles
    Test number
    883530955343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S59 UNE

Does S59 UNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S59 UNE is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S59 UNE?
The MOT on S59 UNE is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S59 UNE done?
S59 UNE was recorded at 192,625 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 6,223 miles a year.
Has S59 UNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 UNE has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S59 UNE 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 UNE find?
S59 UNE passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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