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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T541 BSAMOT history

T541 BSA is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 353,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2022
Mileage
353,815 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T541 BSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T541 BSA was last recorded at 353,815 miles on 15 Oct 2022, 19,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
334,389 miles · 25 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
19,426 miles
Average per year
14,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 353,815 miles
  • 2021 – 334,389 miles
  • 2020 – 311,942 miles
  • 2019 – 296,141 miles
  • 2018 – 278,198 miles
  • 2017 – 265,183 miles
  • 2016 – 248,618 miles
  • 2015 – 232,142 miles
  • 2014 – 219,538 miles
  • 2013 – 206,918 miles
  • 2012 – 191,854 miles
  • 2011 – 179,759 miles
  • 2010 – 168,813 miles
  • 2009 – 156,683 miles
  • 2008 – 143,021 miles
  • 2007 – 129,099 miles
  • 2006 – 112,041 miles
  • 2005 – 100,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail353,815 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
  • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arrch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced arch upper (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced silll front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill fornt to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail353,815 miles (+19,426)1 dangerous16 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    353,815 miles
    Test number
    621943920217
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired arch (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arrch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced arch upper (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced silll front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill fornt to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass334,389 miles (+339)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    334,389 miles
    Test number
    736505066141
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  3. Fail334,050 miles (+22,108)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    334,050 miles
    Test number
    541795925683
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front wings corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  4. Pass311,942 miles (+15,801)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    311,942 miles
    Test number
    350186245969
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2 x front to back pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to open boot lid

  5. Pass296,141 miles (+17,943)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    296,141 miles
    Test number
    768589478541
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering rack arm has slight freeplay
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack arm has slight freeplay
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass278,198 miles (+13,015)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    278,198 miles
    Test number
    359312139958
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass265,183 miles (+16,565)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    265,183 miles
    Test number
    397082220827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass248,618 miles (+16,476)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    248,618 miles
    Test number
    223755638380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass232,142 miles (+12,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    232,142 miles
    Test number
    454944497219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Pass219,538 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    219,538 miles
    Test number
    586534194292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail219,538 miles (+12,620)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,538 miles
    Test number
    668214394292
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass206,918 miles (+15,064)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    206,918 miles
    Test number
    358855383406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass191,854 miles (+12,095)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    191,854 miles
    Test number
    855134682266
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteFront upper bump stops perished
    • NoteO/s lower screen damage - not affecting drivers view
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing inside edge

  14. Pass179,759 miles (+10,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    179,759 miles
    Test number
    918480191289
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass168,813 miles (+12,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    168,813 miles
    Test number
    940296680244
    • NoteO/s/f tyre thin inside edge and some weakness to inner wall - new tyre advised

  16. Pass156,683 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    156,683 miles
    Test number
    303053499417
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteO/s/f inner driveshaft boot split

  17. Fail156,683 miles (+13,662)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,683 miles
    Test number
    313362599258
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteO/s/f inner driveshaft boot split

  18. Pass143,021 miles (+230)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    143,021 miles
    Test number
    241258098232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly low efficiency

  19. Fail142,791 miles (+13,692)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,791 miles
    Test number
    473731998290
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly low efficiency

  20. Pass129,099 miles (+17,058)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    129,099 miles
    Test number
    731210497244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass112,041 miles (+11,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    112,041 miles
    Test number
    441467586216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,876 miles (+729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    100,876 miles
    Test number
    704829395285
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail100,147 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,147 miles
    Test number
    940370385285
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T541 BSA

Does T541 BSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T541 BSA expired on 25 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T541 BSA?
The MOT on T541 BSA expired on 25 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T541 BSA done?
T541 BSA was recorded at 353,815 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2022, an average of 14,903 miles a year.
Has T541 BSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T541 BSA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T541 BSA 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 T541 BSA find?
T541 BSA failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 16 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front inner integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired arch; driver's airbag missing; emissions not tested, and 17 more.

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