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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S68 BNVMOT history

S68 BNV is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 225,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
225,383 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 BNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 BNV was last recorded at 225,383 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,383 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,383 miles
  • 2025 – 218,461 miles
  • 2024 – 218,162 miles
  • 2023 – 216,319 miles
  • 2017 – 216,313 miles
  • 2014 – 216,196 miles
  • 2013 – 210,135 miles
  • 2012 – 206,798 miles
  • 2011 – 197,641 miles
  • 2010 – 185,655 miles
  • 2009 – 169,126 miles
  • 2008 – 158,053 miles
  • 2007 – 143,926 miles
  • 2006 – 132,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,383 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at calipair (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s front inner cv boot deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryN/s front seat belt dust cover missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,383 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    225,383 miles
    Test number
    302155256562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at calipair (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front inner cv boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s front seat belt dust cover missing

  2. Fail225,383 miles (+6,922)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,383 miles
    Test number
    281741733695
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at calipair (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front inner cv boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s front seat belt dust cover missing

  3. Pass218,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    218,461 miles
    Test number
    553593823793
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  4. Fail218,461 miles (+299)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,461 miles
    Test number
    663722272771
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  5. Pass218,162 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    218,162 miles
    Test number
    712085237201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail218,150 miles (+1,831)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,150 miles
    Test number
    996219163130
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  7. Pass216,319 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    216,319 miles
    Test number
    957721096859
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail216,319 miles (+6)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,319 miles
    Test number
    175945718256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass216,313 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    216,313 miles
    Test number
    546338662997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass216,196 miles (+6,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    216,196 miles
    Test number
    859330264129
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass210,135 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    210,135 miles
    Test number
    787655503194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass206,798 miles (+5,777)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    206,798 miles
    Test number
    436533862213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass201,021 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    201,021 miles
    Test number
    279111902152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass197,641 miles (+7,528)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    197,641 miles
    Test number
    448343761219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass190,113 miles (+4,458)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    190,113 miles
    Test number
    278482101445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail185,655 miles4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,655 miles
    Test number
    351804260452
    • Repaired at testFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  17. Pass185,655 miles (+9,910)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    185,655 miles
    Test number
    572624360203
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  18. Pass175,745 miles (+6,619)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    175,745 miles
    Test number
    961656090057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass169,126 miles (+6,380)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    169,126 miles
    Test number
    931545569256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass162,746 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    162,746 miles
    Test number
    904018699077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass158,053 miles (+7,973)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    158,053 miles
    Test number
    311412968476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass150,080 miles (+6,154)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    150,080 miles
    Test number
    430739008141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass143,926 miles (+6,502)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    143,926 miles
    Test number
    641363567256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass137,424 miles (+5,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    137,424 miles
    Test number
    823172507104
    • 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)

  25. Pass132,421 miles (+12,983)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    132,421 miles
    Test number
    551129766284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    119,438 miles
    Test number
    482328606146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 BNV

Does S68 BNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S68 BNV is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S68 BNV?
The MOT on S68 BNV is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S68 BNV done?
S68 BNV was recorded at 225,383 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 5,200 miles a year.
Has S68 BNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 BNV has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S68 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 S68 BNV find?
S68 BNV passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at calipair; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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