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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

T40 SOSMOT history

T40 SOS is a silver petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
168,428 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 SOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 SOS was last recorded at 168,428 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,993 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
435 miles
Average per year
3,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,428 miles
  • 2024 – 167,993 miles
  • 2023 – 167,288 miles
  • 2022 – 166,282 miles
  • 2021 – 164,097 miles
  • 2020 – 162,523 miles
  • 2019 – 160,795 miles
  • 2018 – 159,430 miles
  • 2017 – 157,856 miles
  • 2016 – 155,118 miles
  • 2015 – 151,973 miles
  • 2014 – 148,366 miles
  • 2013 – 143,947 miles
  • 2012 – 137,142 miles
  • 2011 – 134,619 miles
  • 2010 – 132,065 miles
  • 2008 – 121,022 miles
  • 2007 – 109,698 miles
  • 2006 – 99,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,428 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,428 miles (+435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    168,428 miles
    Test number
    954790154121
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass167,993 miles (+705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    167,993 miles
    Test number
    834220804867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material calliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded on both sides

  3. Pass167,288 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    167,288 miles
    Test number
    297709012733
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail167,276 miles (+994)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,276 miles
    Test number
    347713557352
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass166,282 miles (+2,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    166,282 miles
    Test number
    280769188492
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,097 miles (+1,574)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    164,097 miles
    Test number
    656411736294
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,523 miles (+1,728)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    162,523 miles
    Test number
    957370694033
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass160,795 miles (+1,365)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,795 miles
    Test number
    433839323367
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass159,430 miles (+1,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    159,430 miles
    Test number
    437448404008
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass157,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    157,856 miles
    Test number
    395332231281
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryTemporary sealing type fuel cap fitted

  11. Fail157,856 miles (+2,738)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,856 miles
    Test number
    718737981447
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  12. Pass155,118 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    155,118 miles
    Test number
    957637027194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have age cracks
    • AdvisorySigns of nearside front tyre fouling inner wheel arch on full lock

  13. Fail155,118 miles (+3,145)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,118 miles
    Test number
    528066590889
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have age cracks
    • AdvisorySigns of nearside front tyre fouling inner wheel arch on full lock

  14. Pass151,973 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    151,973 miles
    Test number
    898757425137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass148,366 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    148,366 miles
    Test number
    106122734178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail148,363 miles (+4,416)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,363 miles
    Test number
    715398324156
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass143,947 miles (+5)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    143,947 miles
    Test number
    178381823175
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light on

  18. Fail143,942 miles (+6,800)6 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,942 miles
    Test number
    569715613191
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light on

  19. Pass137,142 miles (+2,523)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    137,142 miles
    Test number
    165248632133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to center, center row seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass134,619 miles (+2,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    134,619 miles
    Test number
    529629121182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass132,065 miles (+11,043)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    132,065 miles
    Test number
    974151930113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight Play in Steering Rack

  22. Pass121,022 miles (+31)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    121,022 miles
    Test number
    782557978240
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteWheel nuts not checked

  23. Fail120,991 miles (+11,293)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,991 miles
    Test number
    631156878225
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteWheel nuts not checked

  24. Pass109,698 miles (+9,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    109,698 miles
    Test number
    733688587069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass99,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    99,748 miles
    Test number
    193848686021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 SOS

Does T40 SOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 SOS expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 SOS?
The MOT on T40 SOS expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 SOS done?
T40 SOS was recorded at 168,428 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 3,527 miles a year.
Has T40 SOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 SOS has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T40 SOS 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 SOS find?
T40 SOS passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sill panels; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension arm mounting; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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