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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

T444 KCSMOT history

T444 KCS is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 3 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 186,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2026
Mileage
186,513 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T444 KCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T444 KCS was last recorded at 186,513 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 860 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Aug 2023: 181,585 miles, lower than 259,670 miles on 25 Jul 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
185,653 miles · 13 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
860 miles
Average per year
5,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,513 miles
  • 2024 – 185,653 miles
  • 2023 – 181,636 miles
  • 2022 – 259,670 miles
  • 2021 – 259,636 miles
  • 2020 – 259,519 miles
  • 2019 – 255,537 miles
  • 2018 – 246,196 miles
  • 2017 – 246,013 miles
  • 2016 – 237,356 miles
  • 2015 – 211,238 miles
  • 2014 – 196,284 miles
  • 2013 – 189,100 miles
  • 2010 – 161,820 miles
  • 2009 – 151,571 miles
  • 2008 – 130,336 miles
  • 2007 – 105,867 miles
  • 2006 – 86,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,513 miles
  • 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 both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth sills slightly corroded

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 Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,513 miles (+860)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    186,513 miles
    Test number
    322008882524
    • 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 both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills slightly corroded

  2. Pass185,653 miles (+4,017)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    185,653 miles
    Test number
    384058674388
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,636 miles1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    181,636 miles
    Test number
    866161477925
    • DangerousOffside Rear diesel heater leaking
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside corrosion more than 30cm from components

  4. Fail181,620 miles (+35)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,620 miles
    Test number
    611733142549
    • DangerousNearside Rear camper wire resting on exhaust
    • DangerousOffside Rear diesel heater leaking
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside corrosion more than 30cm from components

  5. Fail181,585 miles (-78,085)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,585 miles
    Test number
    102266277498
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass259,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    259,670 miles
    Test number
    731916340338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail259,670 miles (+34)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,670 miles
    Test number
    282108391574
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced innersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass259,636 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    259,636 miles
    Test number
    147118821108
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail259,636 miles (+117)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,636 miles
    Test number
    838127198533
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass259,519 miles (+3,982)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    259,519 miles
    Test number
    864623900297
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated boot split (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass255,537 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    255,537 miles
    Test number
    692671917688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded

  12. Fail255,530 miles (+9,334)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,530 miles
    Test number
    528257660342
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel arch corroded

  13. Pass246,196 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    246,196 miles
    Test number
    346505791411
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x 2steps (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Fail246,192 miles (+179)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,192 miles
    Test number
    565958838373
    • DangerousNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated insucure (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted binding (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x 2steps (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Fail246,013 miles (+8,657)14 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,013 miles
    Test number
    999885656713
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureEmissions not tested too much oil in engine to carry out test.risk of damage to engine (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both from caliper to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from water pump
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres heavily cracked

  16. Pass237,356 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    237,356 miles
    Test number
    898640893225
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  17. Fail237,356 miles (+26,118)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,356 miles
    Test number
    196152118569
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass211,238 miles (+14,954)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    211,238 miles
    Test number
    149575485077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass196,284 miles (+3)8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    196,284 miles
    Test number
    145392074481
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • Note3x child seats fitted at time of test ( n/s/r, n/s/centre and n/s/f )
    • NoteBoth front tyres are badly worn on inner edges
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail196,281 miles (+7,181)5 failures11 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,281 miles
    Test number
    809760774093
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • Note3x child seats fitted at time of test ( n/s/r, n/s/centre and n/s/f )
    • NoteBoth front tyres are badly worn on inner edges
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass189,100 miles (+25)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    189,100 miles
    Test number
    685615093027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail189,075 miles (+27,255)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,075 miles
    Test number
    178763193090
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass161,820 miles (+10,249)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    161,820 miles
    Test number
    470374450147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass151,571 miles (+21,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    151,571 miles
    Test number
    910417359177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass130,336 miles (+24,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    130,336 miles
    Test number
    873438958111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail105,867 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    244685257489
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass105,867 miles (+19,520)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    252475657193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail86,347 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,347 miles
    Test number
    670037056165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  29. Pass86,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    86,347 miles
    Test number
    941037956103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T444 KCS

Does T444 KCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T444 KCS expired on 13 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T444 KCS?
The MOT on T444 KCS expired on 13 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T444 KCS done?
T444 KCS was recorded at 186,513 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 5,199 miles a year.
Has T444 KCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T444 KCS has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T444 KCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Aug 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T444 KCS find?
T444 KCS passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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