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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

T40 SOCMOT history

T40 SOC is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 20 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 286,010 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
286,010 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 SOC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 SOC was last recorded at 286,010 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
286,007 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
7,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 286,010 miles
  • 2025 – 281,444 miles
  • 2024 – 279,225 miles
  • 2022 – 278,064 miles
  • 2021 – 276,265 miles
  • 2020 – 274,431 miles
  • 2019 – 274,391 miles
  • 2018 – 271,990 miles
  • 2017 – 268,047 miles
  • 2016 – 265,173 miles
  • 2015 – 246,409 miles
  • 2013 – 239,121 miles
  • 2012 – 229,201 miles
  • 2011 – 222,326 miles
  • 2010 – 215,572 miles
  • 2009 – 207,516 miles
  • 2008 – 197,731 miles
  • 2007 – 186,970 miles
  • 2006 – 158,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass286,010 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

34 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass286,010 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    286,010 miles
    Test number
    212036819226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail286,007 miles (+4,563)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,007 miles
    Test number
    576115169490
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass281,444 miles (+2,219)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    281,444 miles
    Test number
    269777975438
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre damaged

  4. Pass279,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    279,225 miles
    Test number
    166085709044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail279,224 miles (+1,160)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,224 miles
    Test number
    365408653509
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  6. Pass278,064 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    278,064 miles
    Test number
    418776802971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass276,265 miles (+1,834)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    276,265 miles
    Test number
    646751063657
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass274,431 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    274,431 miles
    Test number
    907729803641
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on both edges

  9. Pass274,391 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    274,391 miles
    Test number
    852010035020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail274,387 miles (+2,397)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,387 miles
    Test number
    770817024110
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass271,990 miles (+3,943)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    271,990 miles
    Test number
    141100211397
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe by mounting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material load sensor to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp output reduced

  12. Pass268,047 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    268,047 miles
    Test number
    552422131261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail268,046 miles (+2,873)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,046 miles
    Test number
    897458226687
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  14. Pass265,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    265,173 miles
    Test number
    208620196981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail265,173 miles (+3,410)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,173 miles
    Test number
    313334914393
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass261,763 miles (+15,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    261,763 miles
    Test number
    913479920673
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryPlay detected in steering arms

  17. Pass246,409 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    246,409 miles
    Test number
    385289125021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail246,405 miles (+7,284)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,405 miles
    Test number
    485938425019
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass239,121 miles (+9,920)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    239,121 miles
    Test number
    679945243302
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteMid box exhaust system begining to blow

  20. Pass229,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    229,201 miles
    Test number
    875814952306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail229,201 miles (+6,875)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,201 miles
    Test number
    467928042486
    • FailureBrake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass222,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    222,326 miles
    Test number
    487496551328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail222,326 miles (+6,754)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,326 miles
    Test number
    435433951302
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass215,572 miles (+8,056)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    215,572 miles
    Test number
    203870450353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass207,516 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    207,516 miles
    Test number
    451971859371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail207,473 miles (+9,742)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,473 miles
    Test number
    634428849347
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass197,731 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    197,731 miles
    Test number
    441137038315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail197,445 miles (+10,475)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,445 miles
    Test number
    201513338347
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass186,970 miles (+258)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    186,970 miles
    Test number
    530684857390
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside upper windscreen chipped - close to legal limit

  30. Fail186,712 miles (+413)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,712 miles
    Test number
    973643257356
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEmissions results may change after exhaust repair
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside upper windscreen chipped - close to legal limit

  31. Fail186,299 miles (+16,837)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,299 miles
    Test number
    402959147469
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass169,462 miles (+10,835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    169,462 miles
    Test number
    181478827163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  33. Pass158,627 miles (+14,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    158,627 miles
    Test number
    423683436465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  34. Pass144,014 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    144,014 miles
    Test number
    931008236165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T40 SOC

Does T40 SOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 SOC is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 SOC?
The MOT on T40 SOC is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 SOC done?
T40 SOC was recorded at 286,010 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 7,213 miles a year.
Has T40 SOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 SOC has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 SOC 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 T40 SOC find?
T40 SOC passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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