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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T14 AKGMOT history

T14 AKG is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 170,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,764 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T14 AKG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T14 AKG was last recorded at 170,764 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 5,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2009: 98,225 miles, lower than 251,628 miles on 24 Oct 2007.

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
165,481 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,283 miles
Average per year
195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,764 miles
  • 2025 – 165,481 miles
  • 2024 – 160,104 miles
  • 2023 – 155,177 miles
  • 2022 – 150,912 miles
  • 2021 – 147,912 miles
  • 2020 – 144,519 miles
  • 2019 – 141,558 miles
  • 2017 – 136,772 miles
  • 2016 – 132,426 miles
  • 2015 – 131,543 miles
  • 2013 – 121,442 miles
  • 2010 – 115,255 miles
  • 2009 – 98,227 miles
  • 2007 – 251,628 miles
  • 2006 – 202,821 miles
  • 2005 – 166,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,764 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper and lower bushes deteriorated - nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear bumper support corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderseal treated

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch behind bumper corroded / holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill below fuel flap

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill front of rear arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,764 miles (+5,283)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,764 miles
    Test number
    961234826454
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper and lower bushes deteriorated - nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal treated
  2. Pass165,481 miles (+41)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    165,481 miles
    Test number
    624928374287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch behind bumper corroded / holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill below fuel flap (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill front of rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear bumper support corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Fail165,440 miles (+5,336)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,440 miles
    Test number
    287644486021
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner arch behind bumper corroded / holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill below fuel flap (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill front of rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear bumper support corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass160,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    877386393398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail160,103 miles (+4,926)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,103 miles
    Test number
    110621988464
    • MajorNearside Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Leaking fluid (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass155,177 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    155,177 miles
    Test number
    212505230239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  7. Fail155,177 miles (+4,265)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,177 miles
    Test number
    335052029797
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  8. Pass150,912 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    150,912 miles
    Test number
    630683623908
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel arch holed & corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail150,910 miles (+2,998)14 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,910 miles
    Test number
    320643368115
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged Parking brake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Injector area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel arch holed & corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass147,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    147,912 miles
    Test number
    900027815033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail147,912 miles (+3,393)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,912 miles
    Test number
    551690028477
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass144,519 miles (+2,961)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,519 miles
    Test number
    279183830230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass141,558 miles (+27)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,558 miles
    Test number
    500310990825
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryRear bumper panel excessively corroded
  14. Fail141,531 miles (+4,759)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,531 miles
    Test number
    270411806469
    • MajorHorn not working wires corroded at horn terminals (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded including short pipe at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded including short pipe at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess corroded intermediate cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Applies to all rear AND front to rear brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine (unspecified)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear bumper panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  15. Pass136,772 miles (+4,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,772 miles
    Test number
    278071327906
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
  16. Pass132,426 miles (+883)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,426 miles
    Test number
    665756868001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,543 miles (+10,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,543 miles
    Test number
    626515085174
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass121,442 miles (+6,187)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    121,442 miles
    Test number
    208351223264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,255 miles (+17,028)2 dangerous7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,255 miles
    Test number
    201987490062
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass98,227 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    98,227 miles
    Test number
    152469999480
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCrank shaft pulley starting to break up
    • NoteNearside front and offside front inner drive shaft boots adrift .
    • NoteOil level low
  21. Fail98,225 miles (-153,403)5 dangerous5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,225 miles
    Test number
    941943799054
    • DangerousCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteCrank shaft pulley starting to break up
    • NoteNearside front and offside front inner drive shaft boots adrift .
    • NoteOil level low
  22. Pass251,628 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    251,628 miles
    Test number
    204797497210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail251,626 miles (+48,805)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,626 miles
    Test number
    393752297458
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNsf door mirror cracked
  24. Pass202,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    202,821 miles
    Test number
    253172516365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail202,821 miles (+36,096)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,821 miles
    Test number
    620392216386
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  26. Pass166,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    166,725 miles
    Test number
    780194805358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail166,725 miles1 failure2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,725 miles
    Test number
    362114605345
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth os and ns rear tyres nails in tread
    • NoteDash brake pad indicator on
    • NoteGeneral oil leaks round engine area
    • NoteRear bumper brkt bolt at each side loose
    • NoteUpper middle stop light one bulb out

Questions about T14 AKG

Does T14 AKG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T14 AKG is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T14 AKG?
The MOT on T14 AKG is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T14 AKG done?
T14 AKG was recorded at 170,764 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 195 miles a year.
Has T14 AKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T14 AKG has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T14 AKG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T14 AKG find?
T14 AKG passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower bushes deteriorated - nearside & offside; front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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