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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T549 LGBMOT history

T549 LGB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 215,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2025
Mileage
215,589 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T549 LGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T549 LGB was last recorded at 215,589 miles on 14 Mar 2024, 275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,314 miles · 24 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
275 miles
Average per year
5,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 215,589 miles
  • 2023 – 215,314 miles
  • 2022 – 213,311 miles
  • 2021 – 209,540 miles
  • 2020 – 205,747 miles
  • 2019 – 203,606 miles
  • 2018 – 200,954 miles
  • 2017 – 193,944 miles
  • 2016 – 184,441 miles
  • 2015 – 174,315 miles
  • 2014 – 166,355 miles
  • 2013 – 161,186 miles
  • 2012 – 157,669 miles
  • 2009 – 152,158 miles
  • 2008 – 141,006 miles
  • 2007 – 129,324 miles
  • 2006 – 119,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,589 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Metal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,589 miles (+275)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    215,589 miles
    Test number
    360176290804
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail215,314 miles (+2,003)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,314 miles
    Test number
    571254368535
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass213,311 miles (+3,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    213,311 miles
    Test number
    121285458549
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass209,540 miles (+3,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    209,540 miles
    Test number
    461638766362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass205,747 miles (+2,141)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    205,747 miles
    Test number
    549707644091
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass203,606 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    203,606 miles
    Test number
    764858350259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass200,954 miles (+7,010)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    200,954 miles
    Test number
    408917718896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass193,944 miles (+9,503)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    193,944 miles
    Test number
    135388693631
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under vehicle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all front and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  9. Pass184,441 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    184,441 miles
    Test number
    632068249079
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded onto caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along trailing arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill excessively corroded although not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded onto caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along trailing arm (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail184,441 miles (+10,126)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,441 miles
    Test number
    964781242027
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded onto caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along trailing arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill excessively corroded although not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded onto caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded along trailing arm (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass174,315 miles (+115)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    174,315 miles
    Test number
    316909365103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail174,200 miles (+7,845)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,200 miles
    Test number
    958022465115
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise on 7 seats fitted plus drivers seat

  13. Pass166,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    166,355 miles
    Test number
    176114164117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail166,355 miles (+5,169)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,355 miles
    Test number
    265351564179
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass161,186 miles (+3,517)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    161,186 miles
    Test number
    367132353171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass157,669 miles (+5,511)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    157,669 miles
    Test number
    889467062138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass152,158 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    152,158 miles
    Test number
    210369259087
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail152,158 miles (+11,152)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,158 miles
    Test number
    321426559036
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass141,006 miles (+11,682)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    141,006 miles
    Test number
    583151038099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    129,324 miles
    Test number
    181109717078
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail129,324 miles (+9,970)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,324 miles
    Test number
    933000217041
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass119,354 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    119,354 miles
    Test number
    563951006108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail119,351 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,351 miles
    Test number
    520963596087
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T549 LGB

Does T549 LGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T549 LGB expired on 13 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T549 LGB?
The MOT on T549 LGB expired on 13 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T549 LGB done?
T549 LGB was recorded at 215,589 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2024, an average of 5,362 miles a year.
Has T549 LGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T549 LGB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T549 LGB 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 T549 LGB find?
T549 LGB passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2024 with 13 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 10 more.

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