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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T288 XPBMOT history

T288 XPB is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jun 2023 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 621,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jun 2023
Mileage
621,358 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2022
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
24,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T288 XPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T288 XPB was last recorded at 621,358 miles on 1 Jun 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
621,358 miles · 8 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
24,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 621,358 miles
  • 2021 – 621,358 miles
  • 2019 – 621,358 miles
  • 2018 – 621,358 miles
  • 2017 – 621,358 miles
  • 2016 – 613,206 miles
  • 2015 – 570,635 miles
  • 2014 – 531,438 miles
  • 2013 – 486,533 miles
  • 2012 – 433,657 miles
  • 2011 – 384,612 miles
  • 2010 – 358,876 miles
  • 2009 – 316,854 miles
  • 2008 – 297,301 miles
  • 2007 – 279,438 miles
  • 2006 – 227,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass621,358 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear crossmember is badly corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front chassis rails
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sill areas

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass621,358 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    627385198810
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember is badly corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sill areas

  2. Fail621,358 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    136500011555
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember is badly corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front chassis rails
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sill areas

  3. Pass621,358 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    396202432553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails are badly corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering is noisy and feels rough
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember is badly corroded
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to both sill areas /rear wheel arch areas

  4. Fail621,358 miles2 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    115716562280
    • MajorFuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front chassis rails are badly corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering is noisy and feels rough
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember is badly corroded
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to both sill areas /rear wheel arch areas

  5. Pass621,358 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    742900425371
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside slight corrosion on outer sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass621,358 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    693378199614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished and worn edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished and worn
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront arch inner both sides corroded
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  7. Pass621,358 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    824008237118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail621,358 miles (+8,152)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    621,358 miles
    Test number
    332235930307
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass613,206 miles (+42,571)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    613,206 miles
    Test number
    425834874045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass570,635 miles (+1,899)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    570,635 miles
    Test number
    538856775046
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  11. Fail568,736 miles (+37,298)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    568,736 miles
    Test number
    457273165066
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  12. Pass531,438 miles (+104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    531,438 miles
    Test number
    917716274055
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail531,334 miles (+44,801)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    531,334 miles
    Test number
    118873174440
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass486,533 miles (+52,876)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    486,533 miles
    Test number
    859890873061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass433,657 miles (+108)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    433,657 miles
    Test number
    276096072007
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail433,549 miles (+48,937)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    433,549 miles
    Test number
    129804372433
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass384,612 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    384,612 miles
    Test number
    149483271407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail384,560 miles (+25,684)4 dangerous2 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    384,560 miles
    Test number
    778469961089
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • DangerousNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  19. Pass358,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    358,876 miles
    Test number
    114385470443
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail358,876 miles (+42,022)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    358,876 miles
    Test number
    223565770027
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass316,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    316,854 miles
    Test number
    613281679025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail316,854 miles (+19,553)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    316,854 miles
    Test number
    813421679067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail297,301 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,301 miles
    Test number
    121196478153
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  24. Pass297,301 miles (+78)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    297,301 miles
    Test number
    472996378133
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

  25. Fail297,223 miles (+26)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,223 miles
    Test number
    711461078193
    • DangerousBrake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail297,197 miles (+6,011)5 dangerous4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,197 miles
    Test number
    661248268144
    • DangerousBrake valve damaged (3.6.A.2c)
    • DangerousCentre Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteNearside sliding door unable to open from inside

  27. Pass291,186 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    291,186 miles
    Test number
    360660688045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail290,718 miles (+11,280)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    290,718 miles
    Test number
    400031078065
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear door does not open
    • NoteWater leak

  29. Pass279,438 miles (+5,940)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    279,438 miles
    Test number
    280240627274
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass273,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    273,498 miles
    Test number
    803263707149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail273,473 miles (+45,810)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,473 miles
    Test number
    293943407447
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass227,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    227,663 miles
    Test number
    894367366037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T288 XPB

Does T288 XPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T288 XPB expired on 7 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T288 XPB?
The MOT on T288 XPB expired on 7 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T288 XPB done?
T288 XPB was recorded at 621,358 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2022, an average of 24,253 miles a year.
Has T288 XPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T288 XPB has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T288 XPB 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 T288 XPB find?
T288 XPB passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; rear crossmember is badly corroded, and 2 more.

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