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Volkswagen Caravelle

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,370 cc

S98 EOBMOT history

S98 EOB is a white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 204,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

S98 EOB white Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
204,949 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 EOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,370 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 EOB was last recorded at 204,949 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,835 miles · 21 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
114 miles
Average per year
2,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,949 miles
  • 2024 – 204,835 miles
  • 2023 – 204,378 miles
  • 2021 – 203,089 miles
  • 2020 – 202,930 miles
  • 2019 – 199,740 miles
  • 2015 – 198,097 miles
  • 2014 – 194,282 miles
  • 2013 – 190,882 miles
  • 2012 – 185,310 miles
  • 2011 – 180,814 miles
  • 2010 – 173,131 miles
  • 2009 – 165,066 miles
  • 2008 – 157,715 miles
  • 2007 – 151,272 miles
  • 2006 – 147,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,949 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,949 miles (+114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    204,949 miles
    Test number
    510653099189
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass204,835 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    204,835 miles
    Test number
    733640961687
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corrosion

  3. Fail204,832 miles (+454)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,832 miles
    Test number
    766461202660
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corrosion

  4. Pass204,378 miles (+1,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    204,378 miles
    Test number
    182671589478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,089 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    203,089 miles
    Test number
    933487736620
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail203,062 miles (+132)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,062 miles
    Test number
    159220179659
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass202,930 miles (+3,190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    202,930 miles
    Test number
    938583173531
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  8. Pass199,740 miles (+1,643)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    199,740 miles
    Test number
    539678418748
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion

  9. Pass198,097 miles (+3,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    198,097 miles
    Test number
    794390360807
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s inner rack joint

  10. Pass194,282 miles (+79)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    194,282 miles
    Test number
    925752224347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBrake servo hose insecure
    • NoteNear side front tyre perished
    • NoteNear side rear tyre perished
    • NoteOff side front tyre perished

  11. Fail194,203 miles (+3,321)3 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,203 miles
    Test number
    655891114330
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBrake servo hose insecure
    • NoteNear side front tyre perished
    • NoteNear side rear tyre perished
    • NoteOff side front tyre perished

  12. Pass190,882 miles (+125)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    190,882 miles
    Test number
    668122223307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail190,757 miles (+5,447)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,757 miles
    Test number
    906489503370
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass185,310 miles (+94)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    185,310 miles
    Test number
    186124822396
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cut in side wall of nearside front tyre

  15. Fail185,216 miles (+4,402)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,216 miles
    Test number
    966940322331
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cut in side wall of nearside front tyre

  16. Pass180,814 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    180,814 miles
    Test number
    217956701354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail180,808 miles (+7,677)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,808 miles
    Test number
    819595501344
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass173,131 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    173,131 miles
    Test number
    951835800351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail173,123 miles (+8,057)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,123 miles
    Test number
    441752200328
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass165,066 miles (+191)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    165,066 miles
    Test number
    160233519325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack arm joints
    • NoteSmall cut in side wall of nearside rear tyre & worn on inner edge

  21. Fail164,875 miles (+7,160)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,875 miles
    Test number
    652656909392
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCuts in side wall of nearside front and nearside rear tyres and nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight play in nearside and offside steering rack arm joints
    • NoteUnable to open nearside loading door from outside

  22. Pass157,715 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    157,715 miles
    Test number
    230473938377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside steering rack joints

  23. Fail157,715 miles (+6,443)6 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,715 miles
    Test number
    243562838382
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside steering rack joints

  24. Fail151,272 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,272 miles
    Test number
    373954907311
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass151,272 miles (+4,046)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    151,272 miles
    Test number
    684804907330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass147,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    147,226 miles
    Test number
    340824146457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S98 EOB

Does S98 EOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S98 EOB is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S98 EOB?
The MOT on S98 EOB is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S98 EOB done?
S98 EOB was recorded at 204,949 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 2,922 miles a year.
Has S98 EOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 EOB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S98 EOB 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 S98 EOB find?
S98 EOB passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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