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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,459 cc

T4 WCJMOT history

T4 WCJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 12 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 125,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
125,361 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 WCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 WCJ was last recorded at 125,361 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 6,772 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2023: 11,066 miles, lower than 106,534 miles on 28 Apr 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,589 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,772 miles
Average per year
4,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,361 miles
  • 2025 – 118,589 miles
  • 2024 – 115,792 miles
  • 2023 – 110,662 miles
  • 2022 – 106,534 miles
  • 2021 – 99,542 miles
  • 2020 – 95,815 miles
  • 2019 – 93,401 miles
  • 2018 – 89,966 miles
  • 2017 – 83,608 miles
  • 2016 – 75,926 miles
  • 2015 – 71,625 miles
  • 2014 – 66,243 miles
  • 2013 – 61,406 miles
  • 2012 – 55,438 miles
  • 2011 – 50,271 miles
  • 2010 – 44,641 miles
  • 2009 – 40,238 miles
  • 2008 – 36,534 miles
  • 2007 – 33,929 miles
  • 2006 – 29,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,361 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front and rear brake back plates corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,361 miles (+6,772)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    125,361 miles
    Test number
    591370372935
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,589 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    118,589 miles
    Test number
    584405791366
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from engine and gearbox areas
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail118,589 miles (+42)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,589 miles
    Test number
    741584283165
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Union/pipe to central joiner with sensor (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Lower load sensing valve unions/pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from engine and gearbox areas
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail118,547 miles (+2,755)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,547 miles
    Test number
    579596589199
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill/door stop area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill/inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on (pads ok)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in both front inner wheel arch areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPinholes in nearside front inner and outer cv boots
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From brake load valve (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass115,792 miles (+7)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    115,792 miles
    Test number
    933806567535
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper /washer switch defective

  6. Fail115,785 miles (+5,123)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,785 miles
    Test number
    181677755490
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryWiper /washer switch defective

  7. Pass110,662 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,662 miles
    Test number
    211918781822
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front jacking points slight corrosion

  8. Fail11,066 miles (-95,468)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,066 miles
    Test number
    539460737202
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass106,534 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,534 miles
    Test number
    995013556069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLoad sensing valve stiff
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail106,534 miles (+24)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,534 miles
    Test number
    322628089219
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLoad sensing valve stiff
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail106,510 miles (+6,968)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,510 miles
    Test number
    505878003727
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear x2 into load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRearexhaust clamp corroded through

  12. Pass99,542 miles (+3,727)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,542 miles
    Test number
    979152508525
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All on vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All unions on front to rear brake pipes and brake pressure switch very corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded At steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both, n/s on limit !! (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass95,815 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    95,815 miles
    Test number
    251329305242
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail95,815 miles (+2,414)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,815 miles
    Test number
    546757135494
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass93,401 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,401 miles
    Test number
    637609376483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,966 miles
    Test number
    605961874062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail89,966 miles (+6,358)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,966 miles
    Test number
    938029910241
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass83,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,608 miles
    Test number
    248185054922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,608 miles (+7,682)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,608 miles
    Test number
    471832842797
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass75,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    310492671313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,926 miles (+4,301)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,926 miles
    Test number
    581880910851
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass71,625 miles (+5,382)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,625 miles
    Test number
    158749135124
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass66,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,243 miles
    Test number
    649948414179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,243 miles (+4,837)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,243 miles
    Test number
    227688714405
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass61,406 miles (+5,968)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,406 miles
    Test number
    428621643150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,438 miles
    Test number
    539543742190
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail55,438 miles (+5,167)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,438 miles
    Test number
    628173842104
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass50,271 miles (+5,630)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,271 miles
    Test number
    295674341162
    • NoteFront section of park brake cables coroded.
    • NoteNsr tyre very close to legal limt less than 2mm! osr tyre worn low.nsf tyre worn low on inner edge.

  29. Fail44,641 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,641 miles
    Test number
    420225040166
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  30. Pass44,641 miles (+4,403)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,641 miles
    Test number
    612935140168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,238 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,238 miles
    Test number
    114402839150
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  32. Pass40,238 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,238 miles
    Test number
    392132839196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass36,534 miles (+2,605)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,534 miles
    Test number
    114778538169
    • NoteO/s/f tyre bald on inner section and appears close to exposing cords.n/s/f tyre nearly bald on both edges.

  34. Pass33,929 miles (+4,675)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,929 miles
    Test number
    911291337187
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  35. Pass29,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,254 miles
    Test number
    433550276069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 WCJ

Does T4 WCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 WCJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 WCJ?
The MOT on T4 WCJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 WCJ done?
T4 WCJ was recorded at 125,361 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,733 miles a year.
Has T4 WCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 WCJ has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T4 WCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 WCJ find?
T4 WCJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; oil leak, but not excessive.

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