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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T156 MAUMOT history

T156 MAU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 212,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Mar 2027
Mileage
212,690 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T156 MAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T156 MAU was last recorded at 212,690 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Apr 2015: 142,740 miles, lower than 172,135 miles on 6 Dec 2013.

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
212,681 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,690 miles
  • 2025 – 207,507 miles
  • 2024 – 205,798 miles
  • 2023 – 201,144 miles
  • 2022 – 195,310 miles
  • 2021 – 191,700 miles
  • 2019 – 190,686 miles
  • 2018 – 189,725 miles
  • 2017 – 185,607 miles
  • 2016 – 179,305 miles
  • 2015 – 172,919 miles
  • 2013 – 172,135 miles
  • 2012 – 162,956 miles
  • 2011 – 156,696 miles
  • 2010 – 153,944 miles
  • 2009 – 147,675 miles
  • 2008 – 144,079 miles
  • 2007 – 142,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,690 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.. (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryDriver door temp opener.Recorded 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.

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,690 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    212,690 miles
    Test number
    749154082035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver door temp opener.
  2. Fail212,681 miles (+5,174)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,681 miles
    Test number
    102480187472
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver door temp opener.
  3. Pass207,507 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    207,507 miles
    Test number
    378462523022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted minor dent in rim.. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Fail207,507 miles (+1,709)1 dangerous6 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,507 miles
    Test number
    126784611365
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted minor dent in rim.. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Fail205,798 miles (+4,654)2 dangerous8 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,798 miles
    Test number
    310553658815
    • DangerousNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure Fixings Missing & Loose (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure Fixings Loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner & Outer Sill Corroded & Holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower Arm Outer Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Mirror Glass Broken (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
  6. Pass201,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    201,144 miles
    Test number
    725422433482
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Fail201,144 miles (+5,834)3 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,144 miles
    Test number
    104681758392
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn -D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass195,310 miles (+3,610)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    195,310 miles
    Test number
    375768529404
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass191,700 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    191,700 miles
    Test number
    413121929741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass190,686 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    190,686 miles
    Test number
    996609061042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass189,725 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    189,725 miles
    Test number
    911639034075
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hoses perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail189,720 miles (+4,113)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,720 miles
    Test number
    126572075285
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass185,607 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    185,607 miles
    Test number
    968120752138
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  14. Fail185,607 miles (+6,302)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,607 miles
    Test number
    742445279268
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  15. Pass179,305 miles (+6,386)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    179,305 miles
    Test number
    737618733689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass172,919 miles (+30,179)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    172,919 miles
    Test number
    296568315188
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Fail142,740 miles (-29,395)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,740 miles
    Test number
    877723415150
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass172,135 miles (+9,179)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    172,135 miles
    Test number
    435440543387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slight cracking o/s/f tyre slight cracking
  19. Pass162,956 miles (+72)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    162,956 miles
    Test number
    329684452263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers seat twisted to the right but sucure
    • NoteSteering rack rubbers spliting
  20. Fail162,884 miles (+6,188)5 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,884 miles
    Test number
    597768142209
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers seat twisted to the right but sucure
    • NoteExhaust corroded front and rear
    • NoteSteering rack rubbers spliting
  21. Pass156,696 miles (+2,752)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    156,696 miles
    Test number
    786703621259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear discs corroded on outer edge
  22. Pass153,944 miles (+6,269)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    153,944 miles
    Test number
    353983720208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside lower ball joint rubber boot split
  23. Pass147,675 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    147,675 miles
    Test number
    743364129258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass144,079 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    144,079 miles
    Test number
    694404338265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail144,003 miles (+1,039)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,003 miles
    Test number
    353600328417
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
  26. Pass142,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    142,964 miles
    Test number
    730726147209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about T156 MAU

Does T156 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T156 MAU is valid until 28 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T156 MAU?
The MOT on T156 MAU is valid until 28 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T156 MAU done?
T156 MAU was recorded at 212,690 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,762 miles a year.
Has T156 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T156 MAU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T156 MAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T156 MAU find?
T156 MAU passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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