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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

T444 FRAMOT history

T444 FRA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 12 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 178,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
178,666 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T444 FRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T444 FRA was last recorded at 178,666 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 5,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,458 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,208 miles
Average per year
6,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,666 miles
  • 2025 – 173,458 miles
  • 2024 – 172,634 miles
  • 2023 – 170,696 miles
  • 2022 – 169,756 miles
  • 2021 – 169,576 miles
  • 2020 – 168,573 miles
  • 2019 – 164,879 miles
  • 2018 – 161,288 miles
  • 2016 – 156,239 miles
  • 2015 – 151,320 miles
  • 2014 – 147,730 miles
  • 2013 – 141,427 miles
  • 2012 – 135,022 miles
  • 2011 – 133,905 miles
  • 2010 – 132,193 miles
  • 2009 – 122,578 miles
  • 2008 – 113,228 miles
  • 2007 – 82,551 miles
  • 2006 – 40,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,666 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust catalytic converter shows signs of tampering
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Sill/step corroded and holed
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen wiper not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,666 miles (+5,208)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    178,666 miles
    Test number
    894304409676
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust catalytic converter shows signs of tampering
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Sill/step corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Pass173,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,458 miles
    Test number
    322925447949
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  3. Fail173,458 miles (+824)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,458 miles
    Test number
    259933218808
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Pass172,634 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    172,634 miles
    Test number
    449302457336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail172,632 miles (+1,936)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,632 miles
    Test number
    475297145181
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass170,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    170,696 miles
    Test number
    479633464527
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  7. Fail170,696 miles (+940)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,696 miles
    Test number
    662542277612
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  8. Pass169,756 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    169,756 miles
    Test number
    812632224882
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Fail169,753 miles (+177)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,753 miles
    Test number
    257969984917
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Pass169,576 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,576 miles
    Test number
    699456321274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail169,574 miles (+1,001)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,574 miles
    Test number
    572857461049
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake cable damaged but not to excess park brake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass168,573 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    168,573 miles
    Test number
    601987191721
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer tread bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail169,573 miles (+4,694)1 major3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,573 miles
    Test number
    329509817534
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner and outer tread bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass164,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    164,879 miles
    Test number
    588267148942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail164,879 miles (+3,591)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,879 miles
    Test number
    161292342778
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield loose

  16. Pass161,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    161,288 miles
    Test number
    398720583997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail161,288 miles (+5,049)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,288 miles
    Test number
    783594100867
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass156,239 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    156,239 miles
    Test number
    906741541087
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure

  19. Fail156,236 miles (+4,916)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,236 miles
    Test number
    663453647350
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure

  20. Pass151,320 miles (+3,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    151,320 miles
    Test number
    148864052491
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn heavily on inside edges

  21. Pass147,730 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    147,730 miles
    Test number
    597274484279
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust sheild loose

  22. Fail147,730 miles (+6,303)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,730 miles
    Test number
    366689574453
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust sheild loose

  23. Pass141,427 miles (+6,405)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    141,427 miles
    Test number
    819008073039
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre smooth on inside edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre smooth on inside edge
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  24. Pass135,022 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    135,022 miles
    Test number
    807630212168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass133,905 miles (+1,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    133,905 miles
    Test number
    405394081262
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass132,193 miles (+9,615)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    132,193 miles
    Test number
    603748300296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass122,578 miles (+9,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    122,578 miles
    Test number
    741331819276
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass113,228 miles (+30,677)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    113,228 miles
    Test number
    113211928202
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine Oil Leak

  29. Pass82,551 miles (+42,355)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,551 miles
    Test number
    680909217099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass40,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,196 miles
    Test number
    143671336442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T444 FRA

Does T444 FRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T444 FRA is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T444 FRA?
The MOT on T444 FRA is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T444 FRA done?
T444 FRA was recorded at 178,666 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 6,741 miles a year.
Has T444 FRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T444 FRA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T444 FRA 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 FRA find?
T444 FRA passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust catalytic converter shows signs of tampering; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2016, and 3 more.

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