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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,461 cc

T4 PBVMOT history

T4 PBV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 14 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 162,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2026
Mileage
162,466 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 PBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T4 PBV was last recorded at 162,466 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 5,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,215 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,251 miles
Average per year
6,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,466 miles
  • 2025 – 157,215 miles
  • 2023 – 151,933 miles
  • 2022 – 143,990 miles
  • 2021 – 136,907 miles
  • 2020 – 129,797 miles
  • 2019 – 120,075 miles
  • 2018 – 108,461 miles
  • 2017 – 95,874 miles
  • 2016 – 87,849 miles
  • 2015 – 78,510 miles
  • 2014 – 69,188 miles
  • 2013 – 60,253 miles
  • 2012 – 56,975 miles
  • 2011 – 49,842 miles
  • 2010 – 44,868 miles
  • 2009 – 42,648 miles
  • 2008 – 38,645 miles
  • 2007 – 34,702 miles
  • 2006 – 28,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail162,466 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill within 30cm of fuel tank mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail162,466 miles (+5,251)2 dangerous8 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,466 miles
    Test number
    156282064253
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill within 30cm of fuel tank mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass157,215 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    157,215 miles
    Test number
    229280971569
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hub flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill under door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hub flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail157,215 miles (+5,282)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,215 miles
    Test number
    840122896909
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hub flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill under door (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hub flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass151,933 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    151,933 miles
    Test number
    370158982872
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail151,933 miles (+7,943)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,933 miles
    Test number
    165789332383
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass143,990 miles (+7,083)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    143,990 miles
    Test number
    703034726314
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass136,907 miles (+7,110)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    136,907 miles
    Test number
    402361968647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,797 miles (+9,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,797 miles
    Test number
    365871077240
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass120,075 miles (+11,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,075 miles
    Test number
    629505530720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass108,461 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    332594264082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped and corroding (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded main tow bar frame slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  11. Fail108,461 miles (+12,587)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    974349730332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour showing white light (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped and corroding (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded main tow bar frame slightly corroded (6.6.1)

  12. Pass95,874 miles (+8,025)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,874 miles
    Test number
    821527684500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    764005723707
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  14. Fail87,849 miles (+9,339)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    553911154521
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/65r15c- (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryDisc pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Pass78,510 miles (+9,322)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,510 miles
    Test number
    755322225139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,188 miles (+8,935)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,188 miles
    Test number
    836978024184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,253 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,253 miles
    Test number
    126228303182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,975 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,975 miles
    Test number
    957365622122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,842 miles
    Test number
    608154701129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,842 miles (+4,974)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,842 miles
    Test number
    506994601105
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass44,868 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,868 miles
    Test number
    843917610135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,648 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,648 miles
    Test number
    750465829174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,645 miles (+3,943)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,645 miles
    Test number
    714714538143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,702 miles (+6,687)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,702 miles
    Test number
    144057387036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,015 miles
    Test number
    910912486086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 PBV

Does T4 PBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 PBV expired on 5 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 PBV?
The MOT on T4 PBV expired on 5 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 PBV done?
T4 PBV was recorded at 162,466 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 6,589 miles a year.
Has T4 PBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 PBV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 PBV 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 PBV find?
T4 PBV failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; stop lamp(s) all not working; horn not working, and 15 more.

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