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Volkswagen Caravelle

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

T513 LATMOT history

T513 LAT is a white and white diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 231,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
231,490 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T513 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 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T513 LAT was last recorded at 231,490 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 1,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Apr 2011: 148,671 miles, lower than 186,199 miles on 29 Oct 2008.

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
229,780 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,710 miles
Average per year
7,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 231,490 miles
  • 2025 – 229,780 miles
  • 2024 – 227,402 miles
  • 2023 – 226,377 miles
  • 2021 – 226,017 miles
  • 2019 – 222,354 miles
  • 2018 – 220,619 miles
  • 2017 – 213,920 miles
  • 2016 – 203,366 miles
  • 2015 – 192,530 miles
  • 2014 – 180,728 miles
  • 2013 – 175,349 miles
  • 2012 – 165,794 miles
  • 2011 – 148,671 miles
  • 2008 – 186,199 miles
  • 2007 – 116,501 miles
  • 2006 – 85,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,490 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive corroded but not 30cm near components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Underside of vehicle has surface rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush droplink (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,490 miles (+1,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    231,490 miles
    Test number
    690566112389
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive corroded but not 30cm near components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass229,780 miles (+2,378)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    229,780 miles
    Test number
    100775682059
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass227,402 miles (+49)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    227,402 miles
    Test number
    404219363619
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective slight crack but good beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears over fuel tank greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all 4 inner wheel arches corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all repairs heavly covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail227,353 miles (+976)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,353 miles
    Test number
    113079679012
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass226,377 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    226,377 miles
    Test number
    115115080121
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface rust

  6. Fail226,343 miles (+326)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,343 miles
    Test number
    541487959480
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has surface rust

  7. Pass226,017 miles (+3,663)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    226,017 miles
    Test number
    407893638101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass222,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    222,354 miles
    Test number
    722586927316
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  9. Fail222,354 miles (+1,735)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,354 miles
    Test number
    441258753177
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  10. Pass220,619 miles (+6,699)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    220,619 miles
    Test number
    866852961025
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCar has corrosion under body

  11. Pass213,920 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    213,920 miles
    Test number
    172904938496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play rack end shaft (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  12. Fail213,913 miles (+10,547)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,913 miles
    Test number
    582969486003
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working both sides (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play rack end shaft (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on

  13. Pass203,366 miles (+10,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    203,366 miles
    Test number
    839479018777
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight fraying at cables

  14. Pass192,530 miles (+11,802)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    192,530 miles
    Test number
    209687385093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass180,728 miles (+20)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    180,728 miles
    Test number
    846808394026
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOil light flashes on and off

  16. Fail180,708 miles5 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,708 miles
    Test number
    376617194066
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSuspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres cracking
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOil light flashes on and off

  17. Fail180,708 miles (+5,359)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,708 miles
    Test number
    188437794045
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSuspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth n/s tyres cracking
    • NoteBrake waring light on
    • NoteOil light flashes on and off

  18. Pass175,349 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    175,349 miles
    Test number
    969530803168
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail175,346 miles (+9,552)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,346 miles
    Test number
    915168693022
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass165,794 miles (+17,123)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    165,794 miles
    Test number
    998705802181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass148,671 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    148,671 miles
    Test number
    266445301160
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail148,671 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,671 miles
    Test number
    877654801154
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    763122400184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass186,199 miles (+8,057)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    186,199 miles
    Test number
    150403708327
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBrake warning light staying on

  25. Pass178,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    178,142 miles
    Test number
    350483288463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Fail178,142 miles (+61,641)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,142 miles
    Test number
    231939668252
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBrake warning light staying on

  27. Pass116,501 miles (+31,147)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    116,501 miles
    Test number
    302990507322
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  28. Pass85,354 miles (+165)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    85,354 miles
    Test number
    460138426301
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pads warning light on

  29. Fail85,189 miles6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,189 miles
    Test number
    123678616325
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pads waring light on

Questions about T513 LAT

Does T513 LAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T513 LAT is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T513 LAT?
The MOT on T513 LAT is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T513 LAT done?
T513 LAT was recorded at 231,490 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 7,520 miles a year.
Has T513 LAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T513 LAT has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T513 LAT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T513 LAT find?
T513 LAT passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts slight corrosion; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive corroded but not 30cm near components; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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