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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T444 DPMMOT history

T444 DPM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 13 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 258,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
258,925 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T444 DPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T444 DPM was last recorded at 258,925 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 2,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
256,450 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,475 miles
Average per year
7,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 258,925 miles
  • 2025 – 256,450 miles
  • 2024 – 251,489 miles
  • 2021 – 246,573 miles
  • 2019 – 237,797 miles
  • 2018 – 229,799 miles
  • 2017 – 223,256 miles
  • 2016 – 216,256 miles
  • 2015 – 211,427 miles
  • 2014 – 199,566 miles
  • 2012 – 194,603 miles
  • 2011 – 186,229 miles
  • 2010 – 172,003 miles
  • 2009 – 158,261 miles
  • 2008 – 143,884 miles
  • 2007 – 133,646 miles
  • 2006 – 117,437 miles
  • 2005 – 102,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass258,925 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass258,925 miles (+2,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    258,925 miles
    Test number
    846497058469
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass256,450 miles (+4,961)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    256,450 miles
    Test number
    142909242597
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass251,489 miles (+4,916)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    251,489 miles
    Test number
    187057908513
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside both front and both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside front (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front lower arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass246,573 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    246,573 miles
    Test number
    420934411572
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail246,550 miles (+8,753)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,550 miles
    Test number
    684179952195
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass237,797 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    237,797 miles
    Test number
    280762710427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail237,743 miles (+7,944)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,743 miles
    Test number
    217854818851
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded At Brake Caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Additional braking device obviously defective Brake Compensator Seized (1.1.19 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose Middle Heat shield detached (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Pass229,799 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    229,799 miles
    Test number
    807662447378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail229,797 miles (+6,541)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,797 miles
    Test number
    935837953949
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel both (1.2.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass223,256 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    223,256 miles
    Test number
    511591235813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail223,230 miles (+6,974)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,230 miles
    Test number
    341225410224
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both rear outer (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass216,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    216,256 miles
    Test number
    264741055921
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail216,256 miles (+4,829)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,256 miles
    Test number
    578738370404
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate Both (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass211,427 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    211,427 miles
    Test number
    126831025145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail211,425 miles (+11,859)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,425 miles
    Test number
    748267515195
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass199,566 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    199,566 miles
    Test number
    198710774448
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail199,562 miles (+4,959)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,562 miles
    Test number
    105024364416
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass194,603 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    194,603 miles
    Test number
    677030542367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail194,561 miles (+8,332)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,561 miles
    Test number
    535353432395
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass186,229 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    186,229 miles
    Test number
    155817621358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail186,214 miles (+14,211)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,214 miles
    Test number
    426792121332
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass172,003 miles (+13,742)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    172,003 miles
    Test number
    300059100316
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in track rods

  23. Pass158,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    158,261 miles
    Test number
    453150119382
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail158,261 miles (+14,377)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,261 miles
    Test number
    863190519309
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass143,884 miles (+10,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    143,884 miles
    Test number
    494397798228
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack arms/knuckles

  26. Fail133,646 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,646 miles
    Test number
    182386397232
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  27. Pass133,646 miles (+16,209)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    133,646 miles
    Test number
    891406697266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail117,437 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,437 miles
    Test number
    261807716376
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass117,437 miles (+15,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    117,437 miles
    Test number
    462837516473
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass102,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    102,226 miles
    Test number
    930002415314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T444 DPM

Does T444 DPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T444 DPM is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T444 DPM?
The MOT on T444 DPM is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T444 DPM done?
T444 DPM was recorded at 258,925 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 7,593 miles a year.
Has T444 DPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T444 DPM has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T444 DPM 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 T444 DPM find?
T444 DPM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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