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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,459 cc

T22 BLSMOT history

T22 BLS is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 5 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 325,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
325,988 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
10,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T22 BLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T22 BLS was last recorded at 325,988 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 6,118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 May 2012: 213,138 miles, lower than 213,183 miles on 24 May 2012.

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
319,870 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,118 miles
Average per year
10,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 325,988 miles
  • 2025 – 319,870 miles
  • 2024 – 315,725 miles
  • 2023 – 311,205 miles
  • 2022 – 306,418 miles
  • 2021 – 293,366 miles
  • 2020 – 281,145 miles
  • 2019 – 270,048 miles
  • 2018 – 265,211 miles
  • 2017 – 257,844 miles
  • 2016 – 249,142 miles
  • 2015 – 248,772 miles
  • 2014 – 238,165 miles
  • 2013 – 226,391 miles
  • 2012 – 213,138 miles
  • 2011 – 202,582 miles
  • 2010 – 184,243 miles
  • 2009 – 165,091 miles
  • 2008 – 150,419 miles
  • 2007 – 135,137 miles
  • 2006 – 120,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass325,988 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Both rear service brake performance readings low.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass325,988 miles (+6,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    325,988 miles
    Test number
    971398052837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass319,870 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    319,870 miles
    Test number
    926732384383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail319,823 miles (+4,098)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    319,823 miles
    Test number
    179704998442
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass315,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    315,725 miles
    Test number
    102588557816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail315,725 miles (+4,520)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,725 miles
    Test number
    532821573523
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass311,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    311,205 miles
    Test number
    890259623200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail311,205 miles (+4,787)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    311,205 miles
    Test number
    345142648872
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass306,418 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    306,418 miles
    Test number
    830375488116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail306,412 miles (+13,046)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    306,412 miles
    Test number
    772059317580
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass293,366 miles (+12,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    293,366 miles
    Test number
    919964542252
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass281,145 miles (+11,097)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    281,145 miles
    Test number
    414844160381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass270,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    270,048 miles
    Test number
    174504859018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail270,047 miles (+4,836)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    270,047 miles
    Test number
    525430695632
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Seat belt missing central seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass265,211 miles (+7,367)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    265,211 miles
    Test number
    757661318901
    • AdvisoryCentre seat belt centre row has missing catch
    • AdvisoryO/S/F headlamp chipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  15. Pass257,844 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    257,844 miles
    Test number
    464154401481
    • AdvisoryBoth rear service brake performance readings low.
    • AdvisoryCentre seat belt middle row catch missing from lap belt.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail257,839 miles (+8,697)1 dangerous10 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,839 miles
    Test number
    924086141366
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired Valve siezed. (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Electrical wiring inadequately supported To headlamp. (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear service brake performance readings low.
    • AdvisoryCentre seat belt middle row catch missing from lap belt.
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass249,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    249,142 miles
    Test number
    490472182964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Fail249,142 miles (+370)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,142 miles
    Test number
    980407876410
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass248,772 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    248,772 miles
    Test number
    245429735421
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail248,772 miles (+10,607)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,772 miles
    Test number
    885963335143
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass238,165 miles (+11,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    238,165 miles
    Test number
    785102744138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass226,391 miles (+2)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    226,391 miles
    Test number
    906185643112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteNsr tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Fail226,389 miles (+13,251)7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,389 miles
    Test number
    996944743119
    • FailureHorn is a siren (1.6.2c)
    • FailureHorn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass213,138 miles (-45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    213,138 miles
    Test number
    456706442132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail213,183 miles (+10,601)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,183 miles
    Test number
    855795442119
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail202,582 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,582 miles
    Test number
    217460931456
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  27. Pass202,582 miles (+18,339)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    202,582 miles
    Test number
    726700131191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  28. Pass184,243 miles (+19,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    184,243 miles
    Test number
    861090090054
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  29. Pass165,091 miles (+14,672)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    165,091 miles
    Test number
    773960499040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass150,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    150,419 miles
    Test number
    153144298405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail150,411 miles (+15,274)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,411 miles
    Test number
    964504998028
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  32. Pass135,137 miles (+14,251)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    135,137 miles
    Test number
    722152507197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass120,886 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    120,886 miles
    Test number
    604205696068
    • NoteO/s/f tyre small cut in sidewall

Questions about T22 BLS

Does T22 BLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T22 BLS is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T22 BLS?
The MOT on T22 BLS 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 T22 BLS done?
T22 BLS was recorded at 325,988 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 10,309 miles a year.
Has T22 BLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T22 BLS has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T22 BLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T22 BLS find?
T22 BLS passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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