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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S5 UXYMOT history

S5 UXY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 163,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

S5 UXY blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
163,396 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 UXY
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
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 UXY was last recorded at 163,396 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,392 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,396 miles
  • 2025 – 163,377 miles
  • 2024 – 162,469 miles
  • 2023 – 159,701 miles
  • 2022 – 151,743 miles
  • 2021 – 147,387 miles
  • 2020 – 145,544 miles
  • 2019 – 143,910 miles
  • 2018 – 142,425 miles
  • 2017 – 140,452 miles
  • 2016 – 137,366 miles
  • 2015 – 133,566 miles
  • 2014 – 127,691 miles
  • 2013 – 123,735 miles
  • 2012 – 116,337 miles
  • 2011 – 111,245 miles
  • 2010 – 102,002 miles
  • 2009 – 88,236 miles
  • 2008 – 84,107 miles
  • 2007 – 80,449 miles
  • 2006 – 76,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,396 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both fronts perishing (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Towbar component excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,396 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    163,396 miles
    Test number
    684749189208
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both fronts perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail163,392 miles (+15)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,392 miles
    Test number
    429433451904
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both fronts perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail163,377 miles (+908)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,377 miles
    Test number
    665878356378
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorTowbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front suspension corroded. Sub-frame, Shock absorbers, Lower arms, ARB components and Steering components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass162,469 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    162,469 miles
    Test number
    735292770796
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail162,465 miles (+2,764)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,465 miles
    Test number
    384337240103
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass159,701 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,701 miles
    Test number
    448342875753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail159,700 miles (+7,957)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,700 miles
    Test number
    105388317961
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass151,743 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    151,743 miles
    Test number
    504584575764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake fexi hose poorly secured

  9. Fail151,742 miles (+4,355)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,742 miles
    Test number
    987636158623
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged and corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lever on caliper for parking brake is stick fully on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake fexi hose poorly secured
    • AdvisoryHand brake return spring poor condition

  10. Pass147,387 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    147,387 miles
    Test number
    691636331581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass145,544 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    145,544 miles
    Test number
    403726533786
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Fail145,544 miles (+1,634)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,544 miles
    Test number
    111754024061
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass143,910 miles (+1,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    143,910 miles
    Test number
    404264378918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass142,425 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    142,425 miles
    Test number
    724665933621
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch area has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are aged and cracking

  15. Fail142,425 miles (+1,973)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,425 miles
    Test number
    184624949254
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, connects to load valve, marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes corroded, pipes around load valve have a fair amount of corrosion. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wheel arch area has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are aged and cracking

  16. Pass140,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    140,452 miles
    Test number
    819508781973
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to rear compensator & from compensator to nearside flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail140,452 miles (+3,086)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,452 miles
    Test number
    989579710308
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded to rear compensator & from compensator to nearside flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass137,366 miles (+171)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    137,366 miles
    Test number
    859543635987
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded centre to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail137,195 miles (+3,629)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,195 miles
    Test number
    475552843179
    • FailureBrake hose excessively chafed both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced front and rear (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded centre to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass133,566 miles (+5,875)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    133,566 miles
    Test number
    848127925217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail127,691 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,691 miles
    Test number
    519229084101
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass127,691 miles (+3,956)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    127,691 miles
    Test number
    577059284177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass123,735 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    123,735 miles
    Test number
    135529373116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail123,735 miles (+7,398)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,735 miles
    Test number
    929869873182
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass116,337 miles (+5,092)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    116,337 miles
    Test number
    116514292137
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass111,245 miles (+9,243)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    111,245 miles
    Test number
    735816761132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass102,002 miles (+13,766)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    102,002 miles
    Test number
    992900500275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass88,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    88,236 miles
    Test number
    830393109251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail88,236 miles (+4,129)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,236 miles
    Test number
    614902109220
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  30. Pass84,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,107 miles
    Test number
    852926708254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail84,107 miles (+3,658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,107 miles
    Test number
    972035508278
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  32. Pass80,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,449 miles
    Test number
    381807807293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail80,449 miles (+3,531)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,449 miles
    Test number
    144367997129
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  34. Pass76,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    76,918 miles
    Test number
    880278596124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail76,918 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,918 miles
    Test number
    221265196422
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about S5 UXY

Does S5 UXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 UXY is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 UXY?
The MOT on S5 UXY is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 UXY done?
S5 UXY was recorded at 163,396 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 4,407 miles a year.
Has S5 UXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 UXY has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 UXY 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 S5 UXY find?
S5 UXY passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both fronts perishing; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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