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Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T266 JLEMOT history

T266 JLE is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 169,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
169,747 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T266 JLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T266 JLE was last recorded at 169,747 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,742 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,747 miles
  • 2025 – 168,762 miles
  • 2024 – 168,661 miles
  • 2023 – 165,985 miles
  • 2022 – 165,199 miles
  • 2019 – 155,335 miles
  • 2018 – 144,463 miles
  • 2017 – 134,671 miles
  • 2016 – 127,478 miles
  • 2015 – 118,619 miles
  • 2014 – 118,600 miles
  • 2013 – 117,061 miles
  • 2012 – 115,357 miles
  • 2011 – 103,039 miles
  • 2010 – 95,137 miles
  • 2009 – 92,445 miles
  • 2008 – 84,652 miles
  • 2007 – 78,576 miles
  • 2006 – 68,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,747 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront steering rack bushesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,747 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    169,747 miles
    Test number
    153131855659
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack bushes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail169,742 miles (+980)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,742 miles
    Test number
    769551698134
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack bushes
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass168,762 miles (+101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    168,762 miles
    Test number
    357634499608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass168,661 miles (+2,676)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    168,661 miles
    Test number
    565162731150
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass165,985 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    165,985 miles
    Test number
    153573455789
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail165,984 miles (+785)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,984 miles
    Test number
    601689108793
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass165,199 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    165,199 miles
    Test number
    917990400445
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail165,199 miles (+9,864)2 dangerous8 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,199 miles
    Test number
    226922416309
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousHydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass155,335 miles (+182)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,335 miles
    Test number
    493913217704
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail155,153 miles (+10,690)2 dangerous10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,153 miles
    Test number
    464378007373
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass144,463 miles (+9,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    144,463 miles
    Test number
    419921398673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass134,671 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    134,671 miles
    Test number
    445487637271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail134,669 miles (+7,191)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,669 miles
    Test number
    978782341461
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass127,478 miles (+8,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,478 miles
    Test number
    271172809649
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit edge of offside rear (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass118,619 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    118,619 miles
    Test number
    865865455048
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail118,600 miles (+1,539)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,600 miles
    Test number
    229609944384
    • 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass117,061 miles (+1,704)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,061 miles
    Test number
    807064833126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaustpipe deteriated
    • NoteO/s/r bumper damaged

  18. Pass115,357 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    115,357 miles
    Test number
    986839602111
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp missing
    • NoteCetre exhaust mounting insecure
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear bumper

  19. Fail115,357 miles (+12,318)8 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,357 miles
    Test number
    236573802459
    • FailureCentre Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp missing
    • NoteCetre exhaust mounting insecure
    • NoteSlight damage to offside rear bumper

  20. Pass103,039 miles (+7,902)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,039 miles
    Test number
    706510791026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass95,137 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,137 miles
    Test number
    214076690049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,445 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,445 miles
    Test number
    171410399094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass92,445 miles (+7,793)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    92,445 miles
    Test number
    331650199043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,652 miles (+6,076)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,652 miles
    Test number
    241259188088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass78,576 miles (+9,611)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,576 miles
    Test number
    293909187059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,965 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,965 miles
    Test number
    272851096028
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T266 JLE

Does T266 JLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T266 JLE is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T266 JLE?
The MOT on T266 JLE is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T266 JLE done?
T266 JLE was recorded at 169,747 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 4,915 miles a year.
Has T266 JLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T266 JLE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T266 JLE 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 T266 JLE find?
T266 JLE passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front steering rack bushes; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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