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Volkswagen Caravelle

White and White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T512 LATMOT history

T512 LAT is a white and white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 226,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
226,343 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
9,050 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T512 LAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
White and White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T512 LAT was last recorded at 226,343 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,256 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
9,050 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 226,343 miles
  • 2025 – 219,372 miles
  • 2024 – 209,192 miles
  • 2023 – 198,856 miles
  • 2022 – 189,738 miles
  • 2021 – 180,919 miles
  • 2020 – 172,298 miles
  • 2019 – 165,607 miles
  • 2018 – 154,317 miles
  • 2017 – 145,414 miles
  • 2016 – 135,321 miles
  • 2015 – 126,884 miles
  • 2014 – 115,541 miles
  • 2013 – 107,052 miles
  • 2012 – 99,526 miles
  • 2011 – 90,175 miles
  • 2010 – 82,507 miles
  • 2009 – 73,390 miles
  • 2008 – 63,806 miles
  • 2007 – 56,717 miles
  • 2006 – 44,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,343 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear slam panels corroded

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.

  • O/s front fog light not working.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • N/s and o/s rear tyres worn inner edge.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Horn not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass226,343 miles (+87)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    226,343 miles
    Test number
    213248958965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear slam panels corroded

  2. Fail226,256 miles (+6,884)13 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,256 miles
    Test number
    709863283848
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged front cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush bonding displaced (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush bonding displaced (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 Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced sidelight (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material @ caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc backing plate corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious slight body corrosion

  3. Pass219,372 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    219,372 miles
    Test number
    316677963286
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail219,372 miles (+10,180)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,372 miles
    Test number
    361127878944
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass209,192 miles (+485)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    209,192 miles
    Test number
    851269965391
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective front two hangers insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion @ windscreen (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail208,707 miles (+9,851)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,707 miles
    Test number
    348368748166
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass198,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    198,856 miles
    Test number
    772933591020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail198,856 miles (+9,118)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,856 miles
    Test number
    450868445596
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass189,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    189,738 miles
    Test number
    406707779621
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s mirror surround.

  10. Fail189,738 miles (+8,819)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,738 miles
    Test number
    929616073117
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s mirror surround.
    • AdvisoryO/s front fog light not working.

  11. Pass180,919 miles (+133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    180,919 miles
    Test number
    253233473020
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s front fog light not working.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on p.a.s. pipes.

  12. Fail180,786 miles (+8,488)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,786 miles
    Test number
    832372453894
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s front fog light not working.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on p.a.s. pipes.

  13. Pass172,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    172,298 miles
    Test number
    296019507212
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash.
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s front fog light not working.

  14. Fail172,298 miles (+6,691)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,298 miles
    Test number
    937661863506
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on dash.
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn inner edge.
    • AdvisoryO/s front fog light not working.

  15. Pass165,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    165,607 miles
    Test number
    327782477818
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing edges.

  16. Fail165,607 miles (+11,290)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,607 miles
    Test number
    349860040264
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing edges.

  17. Pass154,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    154,317 miles
    Test number
    135762377582
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s mirror glass.
    • AdvisoryO/s front inner door handle missing.

  18. Fail154,317 miles (+8,903)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,317 miles
    Test number
    534031837664
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s mirror glass.
    • AdvisoryO/s front inner door handle missing.

  19. Pass145,414 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,414 miles
    Test number
    609014537391
    • AdvisorySlight wear in n/s and o/s front roll bar link bushes.

  20. Fail145,414 miles (+10,093)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,414 miles
    Test number
    739218136260
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisorySlight wear in n/s and o/s front roll bar link bushes.

  21. Pass135,321 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    135,321 miles
    Test number
    946402038413
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)

  22. Fail135,321 miles (+8,437)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,321 miles
    Test number
    319561826889
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)

  23. Pass126,884 miles (+11,343)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    126,884 miles
    Test number
    335125125247
    • NoteAgeing cracks n/s and o/s rear tyres.

  24. Pass115,541 miles (+8,489)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    115,541 miles
    Test number
    785800614252
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAgeing cracks on n/s and o/s rear tyres
    • NoteDeterioration on exhaust system.

  25. Pass107,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    399869613435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail107,052 miles (+7,526)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    318979813214
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass99,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    99,526 miles
    Test number
    365236712492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail99,526 miles (+9,351)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,526 miles
    Test number
    379684612406
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s rear brake disc pitted outer face.

  29. Pass90,175 miles (+7,668)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,175 miles
    Test number
    798847311253
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth nrear disc's corroding

  30. Pass82,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    82,507 miles
    Test number
    352938020486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail82,507 miles (+9,117)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,507 miles
    Test number
    420978120232
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  32. Pass73,390 miles (+9,584)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    73,390 miles
    Test number
    372152219208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass63,806 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,806 miles
    Test number
    193044528277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass56,717 miles (+12,384)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,717 miles
    Test number
    382615627277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass44,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    44,333 miles
    Test number
    350599026436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail44,333 miles10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,333 miles
    Test number
    982343426270
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater pressure cap missing

Questions about T512 LAT

Does T512 LAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T512 LAT is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T512 LAT?
The MOT on T512 LAT is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T512 LAT done?
T512 LAT was recorded at 226,343 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 9,050 miles a year.
Has T512 LAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T512 LAT has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T512 LAT 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 T512 LAT find?
T512 LAT passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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