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Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey and Black · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

T4 YGGMOT history

T4 YGG is a grey and black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 197,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
197,950 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 YGG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Grey and Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T4 YGG was last recorded at 197,950 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2013: 13,336 miles, lower than 123,278 miles on 11 Sept 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
197,221 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
729 miles
Average per year
6,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,950 miles
  • 2025 – 197,221 miles
  • 2024 – 195,246 miles
  • 2023 – 192,834 miles
  • 2022 – 187,243 miles
  • 2021 – 179,819 miles
  • 2020 – 176,196 miles
  • 2018 – 165,692 miles
  • 2017 – 158,797 miles
  • 2016 – 152,504 miles
  • 2015 – 148,013 miles
  • 2014 – 141,060 miles
  • 2013 – 13,336 miles
  • 2012 – 123,278 miles
  • 2011 – 110,761 miles
  • 2010 – 105,716 miles
  • 2009 – 98,322 miles
  • 2008 – 89,453 miles
  • 2007 – 80,000 miles
  • 2006 – 70,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail197,950 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at flange (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger at fuel filter and radiator crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail197,950 miles (+729)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,950 miles
    Test number
    298267042983
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at flange (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger at fuel filter and radiator crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass197,221 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    197,221 miles
    Test number
    935194875386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail197,221 miles (+1,975)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,221 miles
    Test number
    503847344389
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass195,246 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    195,246 miles
    Test number
    137564123903
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail195,229 miles (+2,395)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,229 miles
    Test number
    124892764502
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass192,834 miles (+5,591)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    192,834 miles
    Test number
    177965146291
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass187,243 miles (+7,424)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    187,243 miles
    Test number
    629845173568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass179,819 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    179,819 miles
    Test number
    155998785887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass176,196 miles (+10,504)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    176,196 miles
    Test number
    413033808525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass165,692 miles (+6,895)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    165,692 miles
    Test number
    561142522772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass158,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,797 miles
    Test number
    281338604340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,797 miles (+6,293)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,797 miles
    Test number
    381439137245
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  13. Pass152,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    152,504 miles
    Test number
    740856513731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail152,504 miles (+4,491)3 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,504 miles
    Test number
    820570735568
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass148,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    148,013 miles
    Test number
    194447619100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail148,013 miles (+6,953)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,013 miles
    Test number
    482166690338
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi to ABS unit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi to ABS unit (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass141,060 miles (+127,724)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    141,060 miles
    Test number
    947696564279
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine has oil leak

  18. Pass13,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    13,336 miles
    Test number
    827104653259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,336 miles (-109,942)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,336 miles
    Test number
    677013253231
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass123,278 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    123,278 miles
    Test number
    339375652241
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted

  21. Fail123,278 miles (+12,517)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,278 miles
    Test number
    396141552242
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted

  22. Pass110,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    110,761 miles
    Test number
    698112151248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail110,761 miles (+5,045)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,761 miles
    Test number
    448125741273
    • FailureFront Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass105,716 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    105,716 miles
    Test number
    213155540266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,714 miles (+7,392)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,714 miles
    Test number
    902103540277
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass98,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    98,322 miles
    Test number
    352043439245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail98,322 miles (+8,869)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,322 miles
    Test number
    933673739202
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass89,453 miles (+9,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    89,453 miles
    Test number
    604825738290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail80,000 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,000 miles
    Test number
    152915937279
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass80,000 miles (+9,482)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,000 miles
    Test number
    884645737244
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass70,518 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    70,518 miles
    Test number
    924115336279
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T4 YGG

Does T4 YGG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T4 YGG expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T4 YGG?
The MOT on T4 YGG expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T4 YGG done?
T4 YGG was recorded at 197,950 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 6,482 miles a year.
Has T4 YGG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 YGG has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 YGG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T4 YGG find?
T4 YGG failed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 9 major defects and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust fumes entering cabin; front brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 1, and 13 more.

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