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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 2,461 cc

T4 GFGMOT history

T4 GFG is a red petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 30 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 429,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
429,245 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 GFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 GFG was last recorded at 429,245 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 6,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Apr 2009: 98,927 miles, lower than 355,026 miles on 7 Apr 2009.
  • 30 Oct 2012: 350,455 miles, lower than 360,432 miles on 30 Apr 2012.

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
423,154 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,091 miles
Average per year
4,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 429,245 miles
  • 2025 – 423,154 miles
  • 2024 – 414,483 miles
  • 2023 – 406,516 miles
  • 2022 – 398,259 miles
  • 2021 – 392,468 miles
  • 2020 – 388,108 miles
  • 2019 – 385,906 miles
  • 2018 – 384,124 miles
  • 2017 – 381,345 miles
  • 2016 – 377,929 miles
  • 2015 – 372,760 miles
  • 2013 – 365,709 miles
  • 2012 – 350,465 miles
  • 2010 – 357,716 miles
  • 2009 – 98,927 miles
  • 2007 – 352,452 miles
  • 2006 – 349,835 miles
  • 2005 – 341,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass429,245 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass429,245 miles (+6,091)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    429,245 miles
    Test number
    344317110523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass423,154 miles (+8,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    423,154 miles
    Test number
    816245546281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass414,483 miles (+7,967)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    414,483 miles
    Test number
    914441644414
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass406,516 miles (+8,257)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    406,516 miles
    Test number
    690590202069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass398,259 miles (+5,791)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    398,259 miles
    Test number
    895263935075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass392,468 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    392,468 miles
    Test number
    183248359984
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both n/s & o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both N/S & O/S top shock absorber mounting areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryModified headlamps fitted,,no levellers

  7. Fail392,467 miles (+4,359)3 dangerous5 major2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    392,467 miles
    Test number
    861042085293
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBRAKES NOT TESTED DUE TO DANGEROUS CONDITION
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp levelers n/w
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both N/S & O/S (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both N/S & O/S chassis corroded badly around shock upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass388,108 miles (+2,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    388,108 miles
    Test number
    848295686309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass385,906 miles (+1,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    385,906 miles
    Test number
    520552917437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass384,124 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    384,124 miles
    Test number
    651029862443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail384,119 miles (+2,774)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    384,119 miles
    Test number
    331683039280
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass381,345 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    381,345 miles
    Test number
    818788147794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail381,331 miles (+3,402)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    381,331 miles
    Test number
    842994308382
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass377,929 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    377,929 miles
    Test number
    365279023852
    • AdvisoryRear sides flash at a random time. stop lights not working at random time.

  15. Fail377,857 miles (+5,097)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    377,857 miles
    Test number
    323307372514
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear sides flash at a random time. stop lights not working at random time.

  16. Pass372,760 miles (+9)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    372,760 miles
    Test number
    766856435015
    • NoteNsf tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOsf shock absorber wet with oil, appears to be historic oil leak from steering
    • NoteVehicle presented for test with no seats fitted in rear

  17. Fail372,751 miles (+7,042)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    372,751 miles
    Test number
    888726925032
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNsf tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOsf shock absorber wet with oil, appears to be historic oil leak from steering
    • NoteVehicle presented for test with no seats fitted in rear

  18. Pass365,709 miles (+37)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    365,709 miles
    Test number
    359064293205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes to flexi hoses have slight corrosion

  19. Fail365,672 miles (+15,207)7 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    365,672 miles
    Test number
    608658683211
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes to flexi hoses have slight corrosion

  20. Pass350,465 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    350,465 miles
    Test number
    758385202367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Fail350,455 miles (-9,977)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    350,455 miles
    Test number
    848324402337
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Fail360,432 miles (+2,716)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    360,432 miles
    Test number
    259121422189
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAntiroll bar mounting rubbers and top link rubbers worn
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  23. Pass357,716 miles (+258,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    357,716 miles
    Test number
    210019600438
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass98,927 miles (-256,099)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    98,927 miles
    Test number
    881358399057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  25. Fail355,026 miles (+2,574)2 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    355,026 miles
    Test number
    321497099035
    • DangerousNearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  26. Pass352,452 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    352,452 miles
    Test number
    580578347388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass349,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    349,835 miles
    Test number
    752775456398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail349,835 miles (+8,641)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    349,835 miles
    Test number
    533465956329
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass341,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    341,194 miles
    Test number
    851741155250
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T4 GFG

Does T4 GFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 GFG is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 GFG?
The MOT on T4 GFG is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 GFG done?
T4 GFG was recorded at 429,245 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 4,308 miles a year.
Has T4 GFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 GFG has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T4 GFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 8 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 GFG find?
T4 GFG passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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