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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T285 RYCMOT history

T285 RYC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 141,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
141,527 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 RYC
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
10 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 RYC was last recorded at 141,527 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,527 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,527 miles
  • 2025 – 136,657 miles
  • 2023 – 136,244 miles
  • 2022 – 135,071 miles
  • 2021 – 128,657 miles
  • 2020 – 122,006 miles
  • 2019 – 119,407 miles
  • 2018 – 116,754 miles
  • 2017 – 114,206 miles
  • 2016 – 111,012 miles
  • 2015 – 108,105 miles
  • 2014 – 104,145 miles
  • 2013 – 98,276 miles
  • 2012 – 90,464 miles
  • 2011 – 83,745 miles
  • 2010 – 77,638 miles
  • 2009 – 72,692 miles
  • 2008 – 66,027 miles
  • 2007 – 61,901 miles
  • 2006 – 57,053 miles
  • 2005 – 51,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,527 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn bald on edge and out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,527 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    141,527 miles
    Test number
    768339469265
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail141,527 miles (+4,870)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,527 miles
    Test number
    504209074234
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass136,657 miles (+413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,657 miles
    Test number
    696091975116
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass136,244 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,244 miles
    Test number
    657019899662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,243 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,243 miles
    Test number
    605124916547
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,243 miles (+1,172)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,243 miles
    Test number
    537694609106
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Cross member marked (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack end play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack end play

  7. Pass135,071 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    135,071 miles
    Test number
    945790399162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded

  8. Fail135,071 miles (+6,414)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,071 miles
    Test number
    720300067102
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded

  9. Pass128,657 miles (+124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,657 miles
    Test number
    632628268980
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn bald on edge and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail128,533 miles (+6,527)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,533 miles
    Test number
    796779301638
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed rubbed through to inner linings exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split open (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holed at top shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn bald on edge and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass122,006 miles (+2,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,006 miles
    Test number
    585887284133
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass119,407 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,407 miles
    Test number
    539163793871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis undersealed
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail119,407 miles (+2,653)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,407 miles
    Test number
    829066175963
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass116,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    116,754 miles
    Test number
    964522405982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail116,700 miles (+2,494)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,700 miles
    Test number
    582613229426
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  16. Pass114,206 miles (+3,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    114,206 miles
    Test number
    455753747722
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryOff side front electronic window requires attention
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  17. Pass111,012 miles (+2,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    111,012 miles
    Test number
    414558759042
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm inner edges on limit
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorating

  18. Pass108,105 miles (+3,960)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,105 miles
    Test number
    233087434332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass104,145 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,145 miles
    Test number
    739053044315
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail104,145 miles (+5,869)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,145 miles
    Test number
    176133344343
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass98,276 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,276 miles
    Test number
    475434863484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust box slight corrosion

  22. Fail98,276 miles (+7,812)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,276 miles
    Test number
    428774863430
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust box slight corrosion

  23. Pass90,464 miles (+6,719)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,464 miles
    Test number
    978155242382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,745 miles (+6,107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    83,745 miles
    Test number
    507082761307
    • NoteO/s/f track rod end dust cover split. all tyres perished. n/s/f tyre low on tread. o/s/r tyre just on legal limit. front hoses perished.

  25. Pass77,638 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,638 miles
    Test number
    944866350319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,692 miles (+6,665)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    72,692 miles
    Test number
    253785259367
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack

  27. Pass66,027 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,027 miles
    Test number
    900559358394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO.s. rear brake caliper

  28. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    793408458336
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass61,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,901 miles
    Test number
    754951057397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail61,901 miles (+4,848)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,901 miles
    Test number
    614501457335
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass57,053 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,053 miles
    Test number
    113975856342
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspect crank pulley broken up

  32. Fail57,053 miles (+5,834)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,053 miles
    Test number
    511254756332
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine condition poor, Possible crank pulley fault? (broken up). CW
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Pass51,219 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    51,219 miles
    Test number
    454877035351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail51,152 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,152 miles
    Test number
    972855735319
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T285 RYC

Does T285 RYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T285 RYC is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T285 RYC?
The MOT on T285 RYC is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T285 RYC done?
T285 RYC was recorded at 141,527 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 4,458 miles a year.
Has T285 RYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 RYC has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T285 RYC 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 T285 RYC find?
T285 RYC passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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