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Volkswagen Caravelle

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T181 KKEMOT history

T181 KKE is a white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 125,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,895 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 KKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 KKE was last recorded at 125,895 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 5,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,139 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,756 miles
Average per year
3,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,895 miles
  • 2025 – 120,139 miles
  • 2024 – 117,545 miles
  • 2022 – 116,050 miles
  • 2021 – 113,639 miles
  • 2020 – 111,819 miles
  • 2019 – 109,548 miles
  • 2018 – 105,263 miles
  • 2017 – 103,232 miles
  • 2016 – 99,165 miles
  • 2015 – 96,187 miles
  • 2014 – 92,364 miles
  • 2013 – 89,114 miles
  • 2012 – 84,268 miles
  • 2011 – 79,812 miles
  • 2010 – 75,375 miles
  • 2009 – 71,930 miles
  • 2008 – 66,344 miles
  • 2007 – 57,132 miles
  • 2006 – 52,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,895 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight corrosion underbody

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    903270454578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,895 miles (+5,756)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    773803975568
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  3. Pass120,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,139 miles
    Test number
    282185588052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,139 miles (+2,594)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,139 miles
    Test number
    314298351406
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  5. Pass117,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,545 miles
    Test number
    756348312441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail117,545 miles (+1,495)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,545 miles
    Test number
    359204206861
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass116,050 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,050 miles
    Test number
    995358011117
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underbody
  8. Fail116,048 miles (+2,409)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,048 miles
    Test number
    569500259096
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underbody
  9. Pass113,639 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,639 miles
    Test number
    370421128497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes to and from pump (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  10. Fail113,622 miles (+1,803)2 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,622 miles
    Test number
    454151902038
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed sliding door (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting at outer suspension mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting at outer suspension mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired lever stiff (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes to and from pump (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  11. Pass111,819 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,819 miles
    Test number
    166036862789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted this wheel was on the offside front until new tyre was fitted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test back seats all folded down
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension bushes perished
  12. Fail111,817 miles (+2,269)1 dangerous7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,817 miles
    Test number
    562900490308
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed fabric showing on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Other passenger door does not latch securely closed sliding door lower roller worn out. door dropped not secure closing (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test back seats all folded down
  13. Pass109,548 miles (+4,285)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,548 miles
    Test number
    781962795015
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess corroded (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from compensator valve to flexi at suspension arm (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats folded down and stuff on top
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper bracket corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty
  14. Pass105,263 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,263 miles
    Test number
    735157637907
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats folded flat, unable to carry out full seatbelt check
  15. Fail105,263 miles (+2,031)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,263 miles
    Test number
    535163327652
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats folded flat, unable to carry out full seatbelt check
  16. Pass103,232 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,232 miles
    Test number
    450136275452
    • AdvisoryBoth sills rusty
    • AdvisoryVarious power steering pipes rusty
  17. Fail103,232 miles (+4,067)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,232 miles
    Test number
    140529796814
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth sills rusty
    • AdvisoryVarious power steering pipes rusty
  18. Pass99,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,165 miles
    Test number
    579065677824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,165 miles (+2,978)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,165 miles
    Test number
    295928456970
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  20. Pass96,187 miles (+3,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,187 miles
    Test number
    719569732243
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass92,364 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,364 miles
    Test number
    285369714492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,114 miles
    Test number
    259898803134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail89,114 miles (+4,846)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,114 miles
    Test number
    776610003185
    • FailureNearside passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  24. Pass84,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    84,268 miles
    Test number
    758976412186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  25. Fail84,268 miles (+4,456)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,268 miles
    Test number
    315874512165
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass79,812 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    467147711183
    • NoteNearside rear inner brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOffside rear inner brake disc slightly pitted
  27. Fail79,812 miles (+4,437)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    799497711181
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear inner brake disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOffside rear inner brake disc slightly pitted
  28. Pass75,375 miles (+3,445)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,375 miles
    Test number
    331535500160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass71,930 miles (+5,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,930 miles
    Test number
    642133799000
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  30. Pass66,344 miles (+9,212)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,344 miles
    Test number
    811636988057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass57,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,132 miles
    Test number
    752772477088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail57,127 miles (+4,903)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,127 miles
    Test number
    793902377058
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  33. Pass52,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,224 miles
    Test number
    554529266086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail52,224 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,224 miles
    Test number
    723538266079
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T181 KKE

Does T181 KKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T181 KKE is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T181 KKE?
The MOT on T181 KKE is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T181 KKE done?
T181 KKE was recorded at 125,895 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,680 miles a year.
Has T181 KKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 KKE has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T181 KKE 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 T181 KKE find?
T181 KKE passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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