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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,968 cc

T500 DOLMOT history

T500 DOL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 8 Apr 2011. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 113,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
113,390 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 DOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 DOL was last recorded at 113,390 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 5,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
107,775 miles · 7 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,615 miles
Average per year
6,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,390 miles
  • 2024 – 107,775 miles
  • 2023 – 102,540 miles
  • 2022 – 95,021 miles
  • 2021 – 88,700 miles
  • 2020 – 84,681 miles
  • 2019 – 79,178 miles
  • 2018 – 73,431 miles
  • 2017 – 68,657 miles
  • 2016 – 59,756 miles
  • 2015 – 51,365 miles
  • 2014 – 35,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,390 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
  • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,390 miles (+5,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,390 miles
    Test number
    277186570119
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  2. Pass107,775 miles (+5,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    107,775 miles
    Test number
    524671504154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass102,540 miles (+7,519)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,540 miles
    Test number
    850069300074
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass95,021 miles (+6,321)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    95,021 miles
    Test number
    161708855689
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box shows signs of corrossion

  5. Pass88,700 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    539404280243
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,700 miles (+4,019)6 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    623281566207
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,681 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,681 miles
    Test number
    168560552060
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box poor condision (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail84,681 miles (+5,503)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,681 miles
    Test number
    755559477354
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box poor condision (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass79,178 miles (+5,747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,178 miles
    Test number
    946416568760
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,431 miles (+4,774)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,431 miles
    Test number
    943566719028
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass68,657 miles (+8,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    68,657 miles
    Test number
    164524886732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bad kerb mark in tyre

  12. Pass59,756 miles (+8,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,756 miles
    Test number
    447647406750
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAdv exhaust skin insaure

  13. Pass51,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,365 miles
    Test number
    315075225424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,365 miles (+4,173)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,365 miles
    Test number
    656175625203
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass47,192 miles (+12,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,192 miles
    Test number
    597272045058
    • 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)

  16. Pass35,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,104 miles
    Test number
    457206054070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,104 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,104 miles
    Test number
    926406654055
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about T500 DOL

Does T500 DOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T500 DOL expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T500 DOL?
The MOT on T500 DOL expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T500 DOL done?
T500 DOL was recorded at 113,390 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 6,738 miles a year.
Has T500 DOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 DOL has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T500 DOL 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 T500 DOL find?
T500 DOL passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust corroding; towball/hitch not fitted at time of test.

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