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Volkswagen Caravelle

Maroon · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T34 OWJMOT history

T34 OWJ is a maroon diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 188,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
188,640 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T34 OWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T34 OWJ was last recorded at 188,640 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,639 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,640 miles
  • 2025 – 183,709 miles
  • 2024 – 179,910 miles
  • 2023 – 176,013 miles
  • 2022 – 171,280 miles
  • 2021 – 166,958 miles
  • 2020 – 166,415 miles
  • 2019 – 164,858 miles
  • 2016 – 164,524 miles
  • 2015 – 163,617 miles
  • 2014 – 159,881 miles
  • 2013 – 158,742 miles
  • 2012 – 154,579 miles
  • 2011 – 148,319 miles
  • 2010 – 144,642 miles
  • 2009 – 140,371 miles
  • 2008 – 135,926 miles
  • 2007 – 132,697 miles
  • 2006 – 123,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,640 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • *Non commercial tyres fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,640 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    188,640 miles
    Test number
    694462035698
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail188,639 miles (+5)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,639 miles
    Test number
    352115375208
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to calliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail188,634 miles (+4,925)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,634 miles
    Test number
    274508908683
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve missing where fitted as standard (1.1.17 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively hand brake cable (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass183,709 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,709 miles
    Test number
    563372647885
    • Advisory*Non commercial tyres fitted

  5. Fail183,698 miles (+3,788)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,698 miles
    Test number
    128417398355
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Advisory*Non commercial tyres fitted

  6. Pass179,910 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    179,910 miles
    Test number
    328857592959
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail179,909 miles (+3,896)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,909 miles
    Test number
    222317518388
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass176,013 miles (+4,733)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    176,013 miles
    Test number
    127047283457
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Pass171,280 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    171,280 miles
    Test number
    640843870116
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail171,276 miles (+4,318)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,276 miles
    Test number
    922514150478
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass166,958 miles (+543)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    166,958 miles
    Test number
    853718788009
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass166,415 miles (+1,557)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    166,415 miles
    Test number
    565985158512
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass164,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    164,858 miles
    Test number
    845996585463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail164,858 miles (+334)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,858 miles
    Test number
    844402258061
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass164,524 miles (+907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    164,524 miles
    Test number
    858657134599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass163,617 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    163,617 miles
    Test number
    406326866140
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise under body surface corrsion

  17. Fail163,617 miles (+3,736)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,617 miles
    Test number
    592726366156
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise under body surface corrsion

  18. Pass159,881 miles (+1,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    159,881 miles
    Test number
    758060824271
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail158,742 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,742 miles
    Test number
    165294743106
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  20. Pass158,742 miles (+4,163)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    158,742 miles
    Test number
    916124643103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass154,579 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    154,579 miles
    Test number
    885777632186
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCentre silencer baffels loose

  22. Fail154,579 miles (+6,260)1 dangerous5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,579 miles
    Test number
    229216032113
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCentre silencer baffels loose

  23. Pass148,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    148,319 miles
    Test number
    337794831126
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail148,319 miles (+3,677)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,319 miles
    Test number
    516123831187
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass144,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    144,642 miles
    Test number
    301359980059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail144,642 miles (+4,271)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,642 miles
    Test number
    560408280049
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass140,371 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    140,371 miles
    Test number
    171632569017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass135,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    135,926 miles
    Test number
    631029758009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail135,926 miles (+3,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,926 miles
    Test number
    900568458018
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  30. Pass132,697 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    132,697 miles
    Test number
    571542937092
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Fail132,697 miles (+9,501)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,697 miles
    Test number
    521971237065
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • NoteSmall windscreen chip n/s

  32. Pass123,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    123,196 miles
    Test number
    821846826131
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T34 OWJ

Does T34 OWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T34 OWJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T34 OWJ?
The MOT on T34 OWJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T34 OWJ done?
T34 OWJ was recorded at 188,640 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 3,292 miles a year.
Has T34 OWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T34 OWJ has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T34 OWJ 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 T34 OWJ find?
T34 OWJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear pipes; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users, and 3 more.

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