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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue and Multi-colour · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

T555 MGMMOT history

T555 MGM is a blue and multi-colour diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 29 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 355,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
355,345 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
15,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 MGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue and Multi-colour
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 MGM was last recorded at 355,345 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 11,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2018: 265,316 miles, lower than 265,731 miles on 19 Jun 2018.

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
343,453 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,892 miles
Average per year
15,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 355,345 miles
  • 2025 – 343,453 miles
  • 2024 – 330,651 miles
  • 2023 – 316,332 miles
  • 2022 – 303,114 miles
  • 2021 – 290,109 miles
  • 2020 – 285,149 miles
  • 2019 – 275,341 miles
  • 2018 – 265,316 miles
  • 2017 – 256,449 miles
  • 2015 – 248,179 miles
  • 2014 – 230,008 miles
  • 2013 – 210,541 miles
  • 2012 – 189,072 miles
  • 2011 – 169,601 miles
  • 2010 – 116,888 miles
  • 2008 – 90,066 miles
  • 2007 – 67,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass355,345 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in handbrake lever

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass355,345 miles (+11,892)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    355,345 miles
    Test number
    632406948305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass343,453 miles (+12,802)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    343,453 miles
    Test number
    540925435010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass330,651 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    330,651 miles
    Test number
    818646868391
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front PAS pipe touching Anti Roll Bar
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail330,651 miles (+14,319)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    330,651 miles
    Test number
    989322228405
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front PAS pipe touching Anti Roll Bar
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner and Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass316,332 miles (+13,218)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    316,332 miles
    Test number
    518129744188
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in handbrake lever

  6. Pass303,114 miles (+235)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    303,114 miles
    Test number
    456379362571
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Slight smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective Slight smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met.
    • AdvisoryPlay in handbrake lever

  7. Fail302,879 miles (+12,770)5 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,879 miles
    Test number
    362289506074
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Slight smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective Slight smearing. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads uneven wear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met.
    • AdvisoryPlay in handbrake lever

  8. Pass290,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    290,109 miles
    Test number
    924811514452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail290,109 miles (+4,960)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    290,109 miles
    Test number
    546977545301
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass285,149 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    285,149 miles
    Test number
    475220484606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail284,427 miles (+9,086)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,427 miles
    Test number
    300066625510
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass275,341 miles (+10,025)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    275,341 miles
    Test number
    172904011377
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass265,316 miles (-415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    265,316 miles
    Test number
    269573184119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer slight corrosion on outer brake pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust hanger broken

  14. Fail265,731 miles (+9,282)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    265,731 miles
    Test number
    150909655686
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer slight corrosion on outer brake pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust hanger broken

  15. Pass256,449 miles (+8,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    256,449 miles
    Test number
    615676957367
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  16. Pass248,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    248,179 miles
    Test number
    357833529186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail248,179 miles (+18,171)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,179 miles
    Test number
    901941166128
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass230,008 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    230,008 miles
    Test number
    819310714367
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dashboard

  19. Fail230,008 miles (+19,467)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,008 miles
    Test number
    918690114337
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on dashboard

  20. Pass210,541 miles (+21,469)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    210,541 miles
    Test number
    497002003340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass189,072 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    189,072 miles
    Test number
    157150412389
    • NoteExhaust system badly corroded
    • NoteTraction control light on dash

  22. Fail189,072 miles (+19,471)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,072 miles
    Test number
    568260312384
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteExhaust system badly corroded
    • NoteTraction control light on dash

  23. Pass169,601 miles (+52,713)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    169,601 miles
    Test number
    547086401375
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteTracking control light on and brake pad light on

  24. Fail116,888 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    133144600460
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s mirror glass damaged

  25. Pass116,888 miles (+26,822)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    140064000069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s mirror glass damaged

  26. Pass90,066 miles (+22,107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    590156628323
    • NoteSlight mark on screen, also o/s/rear tyre wearing low

  27. Pass67,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,959 miles
    Test number
    853306107351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T555 MGM

Does T555 MGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 MGM is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 MGM?
The MOT on T555 MGM is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 MGM done?
T555 MGM was recorded at 355,345 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 15,217 miles a year.
Has T555 MGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 MGM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T555 MGM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T555 MGM find?
T555 MGM passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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