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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T217 NKMMOT history

T217 NKM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 291,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
291,914 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T217 NKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T217 NKM was last recorded at 291,914 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
291,908 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 291,914 miles
  • 2025 – 283,733 miles
  • 2024 – 274,437 miles
  • 2023 – 269,597 miles
  • 2020 – 265,443 miles
  • 2019 – 262,610 miles
  • 2018 – 258,478 miles
  • 2017 – 252,270 miles
  • 2016 – 246,072 miles
  • 2014 – 241,109 miles
  • 2013 – 233,145 miles
  • 2012 – 222,943 miles
  • 2011 – 212,174 miles
  • 2010 – 203,250 miles
  • 2009 – 192,300 miles
  • 2008 – 177,522 miles
  • 2007 – 161,595 miles
  • 2006 – 153,152 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass291,914 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step corrroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/door step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass291,914 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    291,914 miles
    Test number
    761244616553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step corrroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/door step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail291,908 miles (+8,175)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    291,908 miles
    Test number
    842255267887
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step corrroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/door step corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass283,733 miles (+9,296)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    283,733 miles
    Test number
    381324052574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass274,437 miles (+4,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    274,437 miles
    Test number
    307245558690
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass269,597 miles (+4,154)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    269,597 miles
    Test number
    160401442673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass265,443 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    265,443 miles
    Test number
    705194059000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail265,441 miles (+2,831)2 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,441 miles
    Test number
    693973538843
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass262,610 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    262,610 miles
    Test number
    313862888762
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes are corroding.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre is worn very low (2mm) and is in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre is worn very low (2mm) and is in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim is poor. Water in the headlight.
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre is worn low (3mm) and is in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre is worn low (3mm) and is in poor condition. Tyre is punctured.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.

  9. Fail262,610 miles (+4,132)3 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,610 miles
    Test number
    575352499832
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes are corroding.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre is worn very low (2mm) and is in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre is worn very low (2mm) and is in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim is poor. Water in the headlight.
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre is worn low (3mm) and is in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre is worn low (3mm) and is in poor condition. Tyre is punctured.
    • AdvisoryOil leak.

  10. Pass258,478 miles (+6,208)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    258,478 miles
    Test number
    466151490774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass252,270 miles (+6,198)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    252,270 miles
    Test number
    951319689360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass246,072 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    246,072 miles
    Test number
    680784402492
    • AdvisoryBoth outer cills have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer bodywork damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around wheel arches
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail246,072 miles (+4,963)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,072 miles
    Test number
    986027391452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer cills have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer bodywork damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around wheel arches
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass241,109 miles (+7,964)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    241,109 miles
    Test number
    825385804324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass233,145 miles (+10,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    233,145 miles
    Test number
    637076803334
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass222,943 miles (+10,769)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    222,943 miles
    Test number
    908343902332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass212,174 miles (+8,924)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    212,174 miles
    Test number
    639351701311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass203,250 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    203,250 miles
    Test number
    514122000324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail203,235 miles (+10,935)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,235 miles
    Test number
    403750700431
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass192,300 miles (+14,778)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    192,300 miles
    Test number
    603029869207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass177,522 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    177,522 miles
    Test number
    302711478485
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage on vehicle body

  22. Fail177,522 miles (+15,927)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,522 miles
    Test number
    282990278265
    • FailureFront Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDamage on vehicle body

  23. Pass161,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    161,595 miles
    Test number
    873650777208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail161,595 miles (+8,443)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,595 miles
    Test number
    901191767281
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass broken
    • NoteSmall amount of free play in steering rack

  25. Pass153,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    153,152 miles
    Test number
    192363856157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail153,152 miles1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,152 miles
    Test number
    803583056112
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T217 NKM

Does T217 NKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T217 NKM is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T217 NKM?
The MOT on T217 NKM is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T217 NKM done?
T217 NKM was recorded at 291,914 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,910 miles a year.
Has T217 NKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T217 NKM has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T217 NKM 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 T217 NKM find?
T217 NKM passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step corrroded; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door step corroded, and 1 more.

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