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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver and Grey · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

T44 RKCMOT history

T44 RKC is a silver and grey diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 229,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
229,189 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 RKC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 RKC was last recorded at 229,189 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 6,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
222,339 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,850 miles
Average per year
6,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,189 miles
  • 2025 – 222,339 miles
  • 2024 – 217,202 miles
  • 2023 – 212,693 miles
  • 2022 – 206,657 miles
  • 2021 – 202,718 miles
  • 2020 – 198,682 miles
  • 2019 – 193,192 miles
  • 2018 – 186,909 miles
  • 2017 – 180,349 miles
  • 2016 – 175,222 miles
  • 2015 – 168,586 miles
  • 2014 – 160,398 miles
  • 2013 – 152,631 miles
  • 2012 – 85,479 miles
  • 2011 – 136,539 miles
  • 2009 – 126,573 miles
  • 2008 – 115,292 miles
  • 2007 – 106,297 miles
  • 2006 – 96,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,189 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear body corrosion

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.

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,189 miles (+6,850)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    229,189 miles
    Test number
    832627736424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear body corrosion

  2. Pass222,339 miles (+5,137)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    222,339 miles
    Test number
    613134416012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear general body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear general body corrosion

  3. Pass217,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    217,202 miles
    Test number
    755298255624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail217,202 miles (+164)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,202 miles
    Test number
    280368786383
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail217,038 miles (+4,345)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,038 miles
    Test number
    579645264402
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass212,693 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    212,693 miles
    Test number
    282137252891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail212,692 miles (+6,035)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,692 miles
    Test number
    592936689195
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass206,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    206,657 miles
    Test number
    284458890411
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail206,657 miles (+3,939)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,657 miles
    Test number
    738783220585
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements horn too quiet (7.7 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass202,718 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    202,718 miles
    Test number
    720405608099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail202,674 miles (+3,992)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,674 miles
    Test number
    212244419100
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired arm seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass198,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    198,682 miles
    Test number
    363314670146
    • AdvisoryFront Lower under-tray fitted obscuring some underside test components,time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail198,682 miles (+5,490)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,682 miles
    Test number
    229739581631
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower under-tray fitted obscuring some underside test components,time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear brake discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass193,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    193,192 miles
    Test number
    589426155546
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt frayed

  15. Fail193,192 miles (+6,283)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,192 miles
    Test number
    584825798943
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hole corroded in inner wing non structural
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt frayed

  16. Pass186,909 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    186,909 miles
    Test number
    958098730663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail186,906 miles (+6,557)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,906 miles
    Test number
    468392244930
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front part of system (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass180,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    180,349 miles
    Test number
    866130298410
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroding.

  19. Fail180,349 miles (+5,127)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,349 miles
    Test number
    711851501940
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside outer sills corroding.

  20. Pass175,222 miles (+6,636)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    175,222 miles
    Test number
    989640132468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer sill corroded and distorted

  21. Pass168,586 miles (+13)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    168,586 miles
    Test number
    187859545026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside steering rack slight play
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake pads worn

  22. Fail168,573 miles (+8,175)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,573 miles
    Test number
    137077645453
    • FailureCentre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside steering rack slight play
    • NoteOffside and nearside front brake pads worn

  23. Pass160,398 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    160,398 miles
    Test number
    198736334039
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge.

  24. Fail160,398 miles (+7,767)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,398 miles
    Test number
    785056534065
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inner edge.

  25. Pass152,631 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    152,631 miles
    Test number
    197399333001
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to limit inner edge.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre large screw in tread.

  26. Fail152,631 miles (+67,152)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,631 miles
    Test number
    338419633044
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to limit inner edge.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre large screw in tread.

  27. Pass85,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,479 miles
    Test number
    178294242452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail144,069 miles (+7,530)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,069 miles
    Test number
    109344642025
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges
    • NoteNearside and offside front flexible brake hoses perished
    • NoteNearside and offside steering rack rack knuckle joints have slight play
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box baffles broken up inside box

  29. Pass136,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    136,539 miles
    Test number
    937979541039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail136,539 miles (+9,966)3 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,539 miles
    Test number
    388309741018
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteFront brake discs dis coloured
    • NoteFront brakes juddering slightly
    • NoteFront tyres inner edges
    • NoteNearside and offside steering rack knuckle joints have slight play
    • NoteNearside and offside wipers split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre mis shaped
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteSteering coloumn has slight play

  31. Pass126,573 miles (+11,281)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    126,573 miles
    Test number
    172572649399
    • NoteSlight free play to steering rack
    • NoteSlight kink to the n/s/f wheel rim

  32. Pass115,292 miles (+8,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    115,292 miles
    Test number
    230980748229
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  33. Pass106,297 miles (+10,229)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    106,297 miles
    Test number
    264331447240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass96,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    96,068 miles
    Test number
    363463926462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T44 RKC

Does T44 RKC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T44 RKC is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T44 RKC?
The MOT on T44 RKC is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T44 RKC done?
T44 RKC was recorded at 229,189 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,810 miles a year.
Has T44 RKC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 RKC has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T44 RKC 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 T44 RKC find?
T44 RKC passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner arch corroded; rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner d bushes, and 1 more.

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