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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T452 JEXMOT history

T452 JEX is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 240,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2024
Mileage
240,959 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T452 JEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T452 JEX was last recorded at 240,959 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 3,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,919 miles · 19 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,040 miles
Average per year
7,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 240,959 miles
  • 2023 – 237,919 miles
  • 2022 – 231,761 miles
  • 2020 – 223,352 miles
  • 2018 – 213,716 miles
  • 2017 – 207,350 miles
  • 2016 – 200,512 miles
  • 2015 – 196,644 miles
  • 2014 – 187,254 miles
  • 2013 – 173,208 miles
  • 2012 – 159,541 miles
  • 2011 – 144,582 miles
  • 2010 – 132,725 miles
  • 2009 – 126,315 miles
  • 2008 – 118,624 miles
  • 2007 – 109,234 miles
  • 2006 – 97,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail240,959 miles
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • 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))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail240,959 miles (+3,040)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,959 miles
    Test number
    276100500395
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass237,919 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    237,919 miles
    Test number
    685426600942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail237,917 miles (+6,156)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,917 miles
    Test number
    474132168150
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass231,761 miles (+8,409)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    231,761 miles
    Test number
    551148674931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass223,352 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    223,352 miles
    Test number
    205441382645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail223,345 miles (+9,629)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,345 miles
    Test number
    224951339637
    • DangerousSteering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass213,716 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    213,716 miles
    Test number
    474114995938
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes starting to corrode in places. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Front arches are corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to front and rear suspension, suspension components and subframes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S slightly scored/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Valance/Boot floor corroding
  8. Fail213,716 miles (+6,366)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,716 miles
    Test number
    443953278292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes starting to corrode in places. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Front arches are corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to front and rear suspension, suspension components and subframes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S slightly scored/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Valance/Boot floor corroding
  9. Pass207,350 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    207,350 miles
    Test number
    993301041455
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront / rear suspension corroded
  10. Fail207,350 miles (+6,838)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,350 miles
    Test number
    508825009003
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread edges (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread edges (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread edges + cuts (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s n/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront / rear suspension corroded
  11. Pass200,512 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    200,512 miles
    Test number
    409406017461
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules o/s n/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  12. Fail200,512 miles (+90)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,512 miles
    Test number
    704694066570
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules o/s n/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  13. Fail200,422 miles (+3,778)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,422 miles
    Test number
    413251006509
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn badly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance very poor
  14. Pass196,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    196,644 miles
    Test number
    511583732924
    • AdvisoryFRONT / REAR SUSPENSION ALL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S N/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S N/S (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail196,644 miles (+9,390)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,644 miles
    Test number
    352385986076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working SIDE (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFRONT / REAR SUSPENSION ALL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S N/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S N/S (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass187,254 miles (+14,046)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    187,254 miles
    Test number
    567183414151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass173,208 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    173,208 miles
    Test number
    469553723132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail173,072 miles (+13,531)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,072 miles
    Test number
    187475713104
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
  19. Pass159,541 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    159,541 miles
    Test number
    315783722183
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteREAR TYRES INNER EDGES WORN
  20. Fail159,541 miles (+14,959)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,541 miles
    Test number
    116373822199
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteREAR TYRES INNER EDGES WORN
  21. Pass144,582 miles (+11,857)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    144,582 miles
    Test number
    245026821475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass132,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    132,725 miles
    Test number
    314396120173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  23. Fail132,725 miles (+6,410)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,725 miles
    Test number
    244875720418
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/S/F TYRE TREAD EDGES WORN
    • NoteREAR No PLATE BLACK MARKs
  24. Pass126,315 miles (+54)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    683491239133
    • NoteFRONT No PLATE BLACK MARKs
    • NoteFRONT TYRE TREAD EDGES WORN
  25. Fail126,261 miles (+7,637)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,261 miles
    Test number
    992388529131
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFRONT No PLATE BLACK MARKs
    • NoteFRONT TYRE TREAD EDGES WORN
  26. Pass118,624 miles (+9,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    118,624 miles
    Test number
    532217728155
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  27. Pass109,234 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    109,234 miles
    Test number
    964763427174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail109,214 miles (+12,118)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,214 miles
    Test number
    634171727190
    • FailureCentre Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFRONT REAR TYRES WORN INNER OUTER EDGES
  29. Fail97,096 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    332411936141
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  30. Pass97,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    904251536159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T452 JEX

Does T452 JEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T452 JEX expired on 18 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T452 JEX?
The MOT on T452 JEX expired on 18 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T452 JEX done?
T452 JEX was recorded at 240,959 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 7,424 miles a year.
Has T452 JEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T452 JEX has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T452 JEX 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 T452 JEX find?
T452 JEX failed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; horn not working; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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