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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T400 AASMOT history

T400 AAS is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 8 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
108,768 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 AAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 AAS was last recorded at 108,768 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 5,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,435 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,333 miles
Average per year
4,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,768 miles
  • 2025 – 103,435 miles
  • 2024 – 99,584 miles
  • 2023 – 96,311 miles
  • 2022 – 94,617 miles
  • 2021 – 92,476 miles
  • 2019 – 88,572 miles
  • 2018 – 83,722 miles
  • 2017 – 78,637 miles
  • 2016 – 72,958 miles
  • 2014 – 71,406 miles
  • 2013 – 65,977 miles
  • 2012 – 61,524 miles
  • 2011 – 52,926 miles
  • 2010 – 46,086 miles
  • 2009 – 39,673 miles
  • 2008 – 34,173 miles
  • 2007 – 25,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,768 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust hanger broken near fuel tank (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight weep from steering rack O/S (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play at N/S track arm (2.1.3 (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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from O/S steering rack boot.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight leak at high pressure pipe union to steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,768 miles (+5,333)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    108,768 miles
    Test number
    586345835890
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Exhaust hanger broken near fuel tank (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight weep from steering rack O/S (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Slight play at N/S track arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass103,435 miles (+3,851)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    103,435 miles
    Test number
    588944672665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,584 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,584 miles
    Test number
    484193105818
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from O/S steering rack boot. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight leak at high pressure pipe union to steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail99,584 miles (+3,273)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,584 miles
    Test number
    205674577964
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both front tyres scrubbed through to cords on inside edges. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Hole in tyre exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Slight leak from O/S steering rack boot. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Slight leak at high pressure pipe union to steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass96,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,311 miles
    Test number
    717635054749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail96,311 miles (+1,694)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,311 miles
    Test number
    257764866328
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass94,617 miles (+2,141)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,617 miles
    Test number
    369132489933
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease not allowing full inspection (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both front slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass92,476 miles (+3,904)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,476 miles
    Test number
    693516074474
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Pass88,572 miles (+4,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,572 miles
    Test number
    687545966983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass83,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,722 miles
    Test number
    579578592531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail83,721 miles (+5,084)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,721 miles
    Test number
    998167396752
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass78,637 miles (+5,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    833557236817
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass72,958 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    450804554755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,950 miles (+1,544)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,950 miles
    Test number
    550523080387
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass71,406 miles (+5,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,406 miles
    Test number
    365528534360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass65,977 miles (+4,453)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    65,977 miles
    Test number
    498973573232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,524 miles (+8,598)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,524 miles
    Test number
    318377172496
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise front alignment check
    • NoteTested with 4 seats only

  18. Pass52,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,926 miles
    Test number
    428579161281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,926 miles (+6,840)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,926 miles
    Test number
    475489661242
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass46,086 miles (+6,413)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    46,086 miles
    Test number
    192900300385
    • NoteThis vehicle has been tested with 4 seats and seatbelts fitted at time of test

  21. Pass39,673 miles (+5,500)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,673 miles
    Test number
    244433399298
    • NoteThis vehicle has been tested with 4 seats and seatbelts fitted at time of test

  22. Pass34,173 miles (+2,936)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,173 miles
    Test number
    941432808368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,237 miles (+5,764)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,237 miles
    Test number
    371915128089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    25,473 miles
    Test number
    772599227042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 AAS

Does T400 AAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T400 AAS is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T400 AAS?
The MOT on T400 AAS is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T400 AAS done?
T400 AAS was recorded at 108,768 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 4,297 miles a year.
Has T400 AAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 AAS has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T400 AAS 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 T400 AAS find?
T400 AAS passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake cable frayed; exhaust mounting defective exhaust hanger broken near fuel tank; power steering component has slight seepage from a component slight weep from steering rack o/s, and 1 more.

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