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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,459 cc

S771 AMRMOT history

S771 AMR is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 14 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 198,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
198,342 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S771 AMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S771 AMR was last recorded at 198,342 miles on 27 May 2025, 1,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jul 2008: 160,834 miles, lower than 421,460 miles on 16 Nov 2007.
  • 29 Jun 2015: 168,636 miles, lower than 202,996 miles on 4 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
196,778 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,342 miles
  • 2024 – 196,778 miles
  • 2023 – 195,247 miles
  • 2022 – 195,226 miles
  • 2021 – 193,851 miles
  • 2020 – 193,357 miles
  • 2019 – 192,287 miles
  • 2018 – 190,791 miles
  • 2017 – 185,522 miles
  • 2016 – 180,236 miles
  • 2015 – 168,636 miles
  • 2014 – 202,996 miles
  • 2013 – 192,612 miles
  • 2012 – 184,128 miles
  • 2011 – 179,091 miles
  • 2009 – 170,230 miles
  • 2008 – 160,834 miles
  • 2007 – 421,460 miles
  • 2006 – 380,526 miles
  • 2005 – 343,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,342 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • N/s/f and o/s/f wheel arch areas corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • N/s/f seat base/runner worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,342 miles (+1,564)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    198,342 miles
    Test number
    365458031782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass196,778 miles (+1,531)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    196,778 miles
    Test number
    241268169775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass195,247 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    195,247 miles
    Test number
    293980178111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail195,226 miles (+1,375)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,226 miles
    Test number
    505883173820
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Injector pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel arches / wings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damage to sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in seat base assembly
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to sill
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass193,851 miles (+494)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    193,851 miles
    Test number
    108123712902
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDampness around diesel injector pump
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake effort low, Requirements only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f wheel arch areas corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f seat base/runner worn

  6. Pass193,357 miles (+1,070)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    193,357 miles
    Test number
    828864878447
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryDamage/corrosion to the n/s and o/s sill areas front to rear
    • AdvisoryDamp around diesel injector pump
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f wheel arch areas corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f seat base/runner worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  7. Pass192,287 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    192,287 miles
    Test number
    444839985949
    • AdvisoryDamage to both front sill's
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch/sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch/sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear panel corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Fail192,280 miles (+1,489)1 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,280 miles
    Test number
    308459803091
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear panel area (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to the n/s/f and o/s/f sill area
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel arch/sill area corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel arch/sill area corroded

  9. Pass190,791 miles (+5,269)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    190,791 miles
    Test number
    219448380317
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake flexis perishing

  10. Pass185,522 miles (+5,286)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    185,522 miles
    Test number
    437929849744
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass180,236 miles (+11,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    180,236 miles
    Test number
    772989651958
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass168,636 miles (-34,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    168,636 miles
    Test number
    628100485194
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass202,996 miles (+10,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    202,996 miles
    Test number
    357505684184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass192,612 miles (+8,484)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    192,612 miles
    Test number
    689028613269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass184,128 miles (+5,037)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    184,128 miles
    Test number
    118282322269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rack end slight play

  16. Pass179,091 miles (+8,861)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    179,091 miles
    Test number
    905564341177
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack n/s

  17. Pass170,230 miles (+9,396)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    170,230 miles
    Test number
    202175469211
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack n/s

  18. Pass160,834 miles (-260,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    160,834 miles
    Test number
    554928598195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass421,460 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    421,460 miles
    Test number
    253090527353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail421,455 miles (+40,929)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    421,455 miles
    Test number
    731318417371
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass380,526 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    380,526 miles
    Test number
    981525016320
    • NoteSee old vt32

  22. Fail380,524 miles (+37,505)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    380,524 miles
    Test number
    810025016397
    • FailureCentre Front Brake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f washer just meets mot requirements,o/s/f head lamp stone chipped.n/s/f inner steering rack jiont slight play .n/s/f brake flexi hose signs of slight perishing

  23. Pass343,019 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    343,019 miles
    Test number
    514520025389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail343,015 miles5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    343,015 miles
    Test number
    771908615374
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSlight play o/s/ steering rack

Questions about S771 AMR

Does S771 AMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S771 AMR expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S771 AMR?
The MOT on S771 AMR expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S771 AMR done?
S771 AMR was recorded at 198,342 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025.
Has S771 AMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S771 AMR has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S771 AMR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 16 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S771 AMR find?
S771 AMR passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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