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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T537 LPPMOT history

T537 LPP is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 14 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 221,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
221,725 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T537 LPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T537 LPP was last recorded at 221,725 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2013: 197,232 miles, lower than 197,441 miles on 2 Aug 2013.
  • 26 Jun 2014: 200,582 miles, lower than 200,851 miles on 25 Jun 2014.
  • 28 Jun 2021: 216,145 miles, lower than 216,533 miles on 5 Jul 2019.

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
221,177 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
548 miles
Average per year
4,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,725 miles
  • 2025 – 221,177 miles
  • 2024 – 220,724 miles
  • 2021 – 216,145 miles
  • 2019 – 216,533 miles
  • 2018 – 210,261 miles
  • 2017 – 207,741 miles
  • 2016 – 205,023 miles
  • 2015 – 202,524 miles
  • 2014 – 200,582 miles
  • 2013 – 197,232 miles
  • 2012 – 193,981 miles
  • 2011 – 179,825 miles
  • 2010 – 171,504 miles
  • 2009 – 160,510 miles
  • 2008 – 148,784 miles
  • 2007 – 140,090 miles
  • 2006 – 129,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,725 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

33 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,725 miles (+548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    221,725 miles
    Test number
    680008947576
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass221,177 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    221,177 miles
    Test number
    828900669132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass220,724 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    220,724 miles
    Test number
    186555026273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Fail220,724 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,724 miles
    Test number
    996974111889
    • MajorCentral Seat belt missing near side (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    133750311633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    389655954028
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt missing seat behind passenger seat, lap belt . (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    311382613363
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGears cannot be easily selected

  8. Pass216,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    216,145 miles
    Test number
    473009210523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail216,145 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,145 miles
    Test number
    263193590778
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. PassMileage not read1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    764138198056
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass216,533 miles (+6,272)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    216,533 miles
    Test number
    619239602253
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass210,261 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    210,261 miles
    Test number
    712445139532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass207,741 miles (+2,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    207,741 miles
    Test number
    444021792139
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn.

  14. Pass205,023 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    205,023 miles
    Test number
    254529198708
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail205,023 miles (+2,499)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,023 miles
    Test number
    421438529949
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle central locking holding it locked (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle central locking holding locked (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 2 small chips (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral locking system faulty

  16. Pass202,524 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    202,524 miles
    Test number
    128728725156
    • NoteExhaust catalitic convertor excessivly corroded.

  17. Fail202,524 miles (+1,942)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,524 miles
    Test number
    936021125100
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust catalitic convertor excessivly corroded.

  18. Pass200,582 miles (-269)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    200,582 miles
    Test number
    295567574187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail200,851 miles (+3,619)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,851 miles
    Test number
    326086774162
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass197,232 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    197,232 miles
    Test number
    947011333216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail197,232 miles (-209)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,232 miles
    Test number
    446941233228
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail197,441 miles (+3,460)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,441 miles
    Test number
    807814313294
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront and rear shocks slightly soft

  23. Pass193,981 miles (+14,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    193,981 miles
    Test number
    445772912241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass179,825 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    179,825 miles
    Test number
    255254691405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail179,717 miles (+8,213)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,717 miles
    Test number
    235985281151
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass171,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    171,504 miles
    Test number
    481933900218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail171,504 miles (+52)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,504 miles
    Test number
    561413600233
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  28. Fail171,452 miles (+10,942)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,452 miles
    Test number
    272851500279
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  29. Pass160,510 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    160,510 miles
    Test number
    271128899407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail160,386 miles (+11,602)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,386 miles
    Test number
    990427699164
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Pass148,784 miles (+8,694)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    148,784 miles
    Test number
    744270708298
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteParkbrake cable inner sheths cracking

  32. Pass140,090 miles (+10,901)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    140,090 miles
    Test number
    612575417242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass129,189 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    129,189 miles
    Test number
    473562006249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s steering rack slight play

Questions about T537 LPP

Does T537 LPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T537 LPP is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T537 LPP?
The MOT on T537 LPP is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T537 LPP done?
T537 LPP was recorded at 221,725 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 4,630 miles a year.
Has T537 LPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T537 LPP has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T537 LPP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 19 Aug 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T537 LPP find?
T537 LPP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective centre; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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