
Volkswagen Caravelle
Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,370 cc
T226 LLEMOT history
T226 LLE is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 483,988 km recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 26 Apr 2025
- Mileage
- 483,988 km
- At MOT on 23 Apr 2024
- MOT tests
- 31
- 18 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 18,955 km
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T226 LLE
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Caravelle
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,370 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 12 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 23 Apr 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
T226 LLE was last recorded at 483,988 km on 23 Apr 2024, 360 km more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 483,628 km · 20 Apr 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 360 km
- Average per year
- 18,955 km
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 483,988 km
- 2023 – 483,628 km
- 2022 – 467,038 km
- 2021 – 461,290 km
- 2020 – 453,029 km
- 2019 – 440,433 km
- 2018 – 421,427 km
- 2017 – 395,699 km
- 2016 – 369,460 km
- 2015 – 340,720 km
- 2014 – 318,195 km
- 2013 – 292,697 km
- 2012 – 266,791 km
- 2010 – 217,666 km
- 2009 – 195,653 km
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped and scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryN/s and O/s head lamp beam pattern poor
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member corroded and holed affecting structural strength of cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite badly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryWipers poorRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
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.
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014
Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
O/s/f & n/s/f wheel arch corrsion
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
31 tests since 6 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass483,988 km3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 483,988 km
- Test number
- 851549576208
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped and scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryN/s and O/s head lamp beam pattern poor
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member corroded and holed affecting structural strength of cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite badly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryWipers poor
Fail483,988 km (+360)4 major3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 483,988 km
- Test number
- 856041724663
- MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped and scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryN/s and O/s head lamp beam pattern poor
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member corroded and holed affecting structural strength of cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite badly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryWipers poor
Pass483,628 km (+16,590)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 483,628 km
- Test number
- 210903560987
- AdvisorySmall engine oil leak
Pass467,038 km (+29)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 467,038 km
- Test number
- 477414295577
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f wheel arch corrsion
Fail467,009 km5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 467,009 km
- Test number
- 275740987290
- MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f wheel arch corrsion
Pass461,300 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 461,300 miles
- Test number
- 900736313914
- AdvisoryHeadlamps taped to cut of kick up
- AdvisoryWipers poor
Fail461,290 km (+8,261)1 dangerous5 major2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 461,290 km
- Test number
- 881526361507
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail One before caliper (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
- MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Taped for reduce kick (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Taped to reduce kick (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryWipers poor
Pass453,029 km (+12,596)2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 453,029 km
- Test number
- 873278373659
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f steering arm inner worn
Pass440,433 km1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 440,433 km
- Test number
- 700509227907
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail440,433 km (+19,006)3 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 440,433 km
- Test number
- 163408019725
- MajorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass421,427 km (+25,728)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 421,427 km
- Test number
- 956772866013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass395,699 km3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 395,699 km
- Test number
- 988929259827
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Inside swept area but not affecting drivers view (8.3.1d)
Fail395,699 km (+26,239)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 395,699 km
- Test number
- 356566896554
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Inside swept area but not affecting drivers view (8.3.1d)
Pass369,460 km4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 369,460 km
- Test number
- 673354713827
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryCrack in windscreen on o/s of vehicle which is LHD
- AdvisoryFront pads getting low
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Fail369,460 km3 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 369,460 km
- Test number
- 428423077506
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryCrack in windscreen on o/s of vehicle which is LHD
- AdvisoryFront pads getting low
- AdvisorySlight oil leak
Pass340,720 miles2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 340,720 miles
- Test number
- 328035235049
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteN/s & O/s/head lamps kick the wrong way (tapped)
- NoteRear brake pads getting low
- NoteScreen cracked but not affecting drivers view
Fail340,720 km (+22,525)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 340,720 km
- Test number
- 726254035066
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- NoteN/s & O/s/head lamps kick the wrong way (tapped)
- NoteO/s/front tyre getting low, bald on inner edge
- NoteScreen cracked but not affecting drivers view
Pass318,195 km (+44)1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 318,195 km
- Test number
- 858848234073
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteHead lamps taped
- NoteN/s/front fog light damaged
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail318,151 km (+25,454)1 failure3 repaired1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 318,151 km
- Test number
- 207626834046
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Repaired at testFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteEngine oil leak
- NoteHead lamps taped
- NoteN/s/front fog light damaged
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail292,697 km1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 292,697 km
- Test number
- 385866733072
- Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- NoteAdvise n/s/f fog lamp brocken
- NoteAdvise n/s/f head lamp misty
Pass292,697 km (+25,906)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 292,697 km
- Test number
- 567666633055
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- NoteAdvise n/s/f fog lamp brocken
- NoteAdvise n/s/f head lamp misty
Pass266,791 km1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 266,791 km
- Test number
- 108288032015
- NoteBrake pad warning light on windscreen damage but not affect drivers view
Fail266,791 km6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 266,791 km
- Test number
- 719097732089
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- NoteBrake pad warning light on windscreen damage but not affect drivers view
PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 615356031044
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteHead lamps showing blue at bulb but white at beam collector
Fail241,684 miles2 dangerous5 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 241,684 miles
- Test number
- 386474131030
- DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteHead lamps showing blue at bulb but white at beam collector
Pass217,666 km
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 217,666 km
- Test number
- 111276030098
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail217,666 km (+22,013)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 217,666 km
- Test number
- 141175130481
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Pass195,653 km2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 195,653 km
- Test number
- 410966239055
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBrake warning light illuminated indicating a fault
Pass170,365 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 170,365 miles
- Test number
- 120255838424
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail170,365 miles (+25,277)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,365 miles
- Test number
- 363305238067
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Pass145,088 miles6 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 145,088 miles
- Test number
- 112987237417
- AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBrake pad warning light on
Questions about T226 LLE
- Does T226 LLE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T226 LLE expired on 26 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T226 LLE?
- The MOT on T226 LLE expired on 26 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T226 LLE done?
- T226 LLE was recorded at 483,988 km at its MOT on 23 Apr 2024, an average of 18,955 km a year.
- Has T226 LLE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T226 LLE has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
- Has the mileage on T226 LLE 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 T226 LLE find?
- T226 LLE passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2024 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; power steering fluid level below minimum; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped and scratched, and 8 more.
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