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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T49 JKUMOT history

T49 JKU is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 259,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
259,716 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T49 JKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T49 JKU was last recorded at 259,716 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,716 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 259,716 miles
  • 2025 – 253,978 miles
  • 2024 – 247,984 miles
  • 2023 – 240,448 miles
  • 2022 – 232,535 miles
  • 2021 – 227,052 miles
  • 2020 – 223,883 miles
  • 2019 – 219,045 miles
  • 2018 – 215,661 miles
  • 2017 – 211,636 miles
  • 2016 – 207,480 miles
  • 2015 – 202,954 miles
  • 2014 – 197,945 miles
  • 2013 – 192,133 miles
  • 2012 – 183,667 miles
  • 2011 – 176,475 miles
  • 2010 – 170,961 miles
  • 2009 – 166,810 miles
  • 2008 – 159,061 miles
  • 2007 – 152,723 miles
  • 2006 – 144,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass259,716 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside centre floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass259,716 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    259,716 miles
    Test number
    542318581623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside centre floor corroded

  2. Fail259,716 miles (+5,738)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,716 miles
    Test number
    517716529463
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside centre floor corroded

  3. Pass253,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    253,978 miles
    Test number
    219274772166
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail253,978 miles (+5,994)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,978 miles
    Test number
    972982455845
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded

  5. Pass247,984 miles (+7,536)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    247,984 miles
    Test number
    688303082192
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system in general
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded slight corrosion to power steering pipes attached to the steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass240,448 miles (+7,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    240,448 miles
    Test number
    590961920010
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded slight corrosion power steering pipes attached to steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in general to exhaust

  7. Pass232,535 miles (+5,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    232,535 miles
    Test number
    542197029038
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded slight corrosion to power steering pipes attached to rear of steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass227,052 miles (+3,169)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    227,052 miles
    Test number
    247216345707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass223,883 miles (+4,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    223,883 miles
    Test number
    910038159600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass219,045 miles (+3,384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    219,045 miles
    Test number
    336623866276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge around inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass215,661 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    215,661 miles
    Test number
    886590594309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass211,636 miles (+4,156)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    211,636 miles
    Test number
    928812694568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass207,480 miles (+4,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    207,480 miles
    Test number
    660634889778
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass202,954 miles (+42)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    202,954 miles
    Test number
    925409525078
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil dampness to engine

  15. Fail202,912 miles (+4,967)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,912 miles
    Test number
    949013325015
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil dampness to engine

  16. Pass197,945 miles (+5,812)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    197,945 miles
    Test number
    628999154085
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slight cut to outer sidewall
    • NoteSlight play to nearside inner rack joint

  17. Pass192,133 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    192,133 miles
    Test number
    275580663099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering arm

  18. Fail192,133 miles (+8,466)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,133 miles
    Test number
    546040563043
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering arm

  19. Pass183,667 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    183,667 miles
    Test number
    125476012228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVacuum pump noisy

  20. Fail183,667 miles (+7,192)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,667 miles
    Test number
    387385112499
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVacuum pump noisy

  21. Pass176,475 miles (+5,514)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    176,475 miles
    Test number
    268366091184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass170,961 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    170,961 miles
    Test number
    210357280176
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOnly just able to open nsf door from inside due to child seat.

  23. Fail170,961 miles (+4,151)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,961 miles
    Test number
    244207180426
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOnly just able to open nsf door from inside due to child seat.

  24. Pass166,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    166,810 miles
    Test number
    353921909263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail166,810 miles (+7,749)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,810 miles
    Test number
    922798099182
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass159,061 miles (+6,338)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    159,061 miles
    Test number
    730139878147
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine knock / noise.
    • NoteHole in nsr light unit not showing white light to rear.
    • NoteNsf tyre sidewalls splitting.
    • NoteNsr tyre sidewalls splitting
    • NoteOsf tyre starting to split.
    • NoteSlight play ns rack.

  27. Fail152,723 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,723 miles
    Test number
    360828497137
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass152,723 miles (+8,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    152,723 miles
    Test number
    580758697133
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass144,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    144,046 miles
    Test number
    530479896140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail144,046 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,046 miles
    Test number
    400133896145
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Questions about T49 JKU

Does T49 JKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T49 JKU is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T49 JKU?
The MOT on T49 JKU is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T49 JKU done?
T49 JKU was recorded at 259,716 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 5,889 miles a year.
Has T49 JKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T49 JKU has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T49 JKU 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 T49 JKU find?
T49 JKU passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; play in steering rack inner joint(s); power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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