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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,459 cc

T4 BVDMOT history

T4 BVD is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 186,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
186,268 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 BVD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 BVD was last recorded at 186,268 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 3,587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,681 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,587 miles
Average per year
5,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,268 miles
  • 2025 – 182,681 miles
  • 2024 – 179,467 miles
  • 2023 – 179,296 miles
  • 2022 – 178,890 miles
  • 2021 – 178,770 miles
  • 2019 – 177,550 miles
  • 2018 – 175,959 miles
  • 2017 – 172,631 miles
  • 2016 – 169,602 miles
  • 2014 – 164,234 miles
  • 2013 – 158,604 miles
  • 2012 – 148,628 miles
  • 2011 – 135,757 miles
  • 2010 – 126,197 miles
  • 2009 – 118,268 miles
  • 2008 – 109,289 miles
  • 2007 – 98,706 miles
  • 2006 – 84,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,268 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside rear valve stem perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,268 miles (+3,587)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    186,268 miles
    Test number
    396531743395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass182,681 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    182,681 miles
    Test number
    583070317082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear valve stem perished

  3. Fail182,681 miles (+3,214)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,681 miles
    Test number
    740195465364
    • 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear valve stem perished

  4. Pass179,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    179,467 miles
    Test number
    877490037313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail179,467 miles (+171)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,467 miles
    Test number
    419334328210
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass179,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    179,296 miles
    Test number
    106250913500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail179,296 miles (+406)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,296 miles
    Test number
    170571355738
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass178,890 miles (+120)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    178,890 miles
    Test number
    545105074100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTow bar corrosion

  9. Pass178,770 miles (+1,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    178,770 miles
    Test number
    815925165950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass177,550 miles (+1,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    177,550 miles
    Test number
    404602388443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill has light corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass175,959 miles (+3,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    175,959 miles
    Test number
    820530892225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass172,631 miles (+3,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    172,631 miles
    Test number
    225768439097
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer sill starting to corrode

  13. Pass169,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    169,602 miles
    Test number
    723591248753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail169,602 miles (+5,368)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,602 miles
    Test number
    180077585382
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass164,234 miles (+5,630)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    164,234 miles
    Test number
    145942264201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass158,604 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    158,604 miles
    Test number
    917500203225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail158,603 miles (+9,975)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,603 miles
    Test number
    628919293186
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Pass148,628 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    148,628 miles
    Test number
    669659012259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  19. Fail148,627 miles (+12,870)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,627 miles
    Test number
    336219212454
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  20. Pass135,757 miles (+9,560)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    135,757 miles
    Test number
    886447641147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  21. Pass126,197 miles (+7,929)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    126,197 miles
    Test number
    774847540174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail118,268 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    240561639178
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteStone chip in nearside head lamp glass

  23. Pass118,268 miles (+8,979)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    921471939140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteStone chip in nearside head lamp glass

  24. Pass109,289 miles (+10,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    109,289 miles
    Test number
    272584348441
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass98,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    273821057168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail98,706 miles (+14,104)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    321511357165
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

  27. Pass84,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    84,602 miles
    Test number
    263832256405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 BVD

Does T4 BVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 BVD is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 BVD?
The MOT on T4 BVD is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 BVD done?
T4 BVD was recorded at 186,268 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 5,121 miles a year.
Has T4 BVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 BVD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 BVD 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 T4 BVD find?
T4 BVD passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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