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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T555 STMMOT history

T555 STM is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 24 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 185,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
185,621 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T555 STM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T555 STM was last recorded at 185,621 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 3,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,175 miles · 18 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,446 miles
Average per year
8,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,621 miles
  • 2025 – 182,175 miles
  • 2024 – 181,578 miles
  • 2023 – 175,070 miles
  • 2022 – 165,394 miles
  • 2021 – 161,725 miles
  • 2019 – 156,815 miles
  • 2018 – 144,211 miles
  • 2017 – 128,389 miles
  • 2016 – 112,177 miles
  • 2015 – 98,025 miles
  • 2014 – 84,827 miles
  • 2012 – 69,578 miles
  • 2011 – 57,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,621 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear exhaust box outer shell corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,621 miles (+3,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    185,621 miles
    Test number
    880201722459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,175 miles (+597)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    182,175 miles
    Test number
    899771536337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass181,578 miles (+6,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    181,578 miles
    Test number
    101901366360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass175,070 miles (+9,676)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    175,070 miles
    Test number
    998791183786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass165,394 miles (+3,669)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,394 miles
    Test number
    775199589783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass161,725 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    161,725 miles
    Test number
    396755775882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail161,705 miles (+4,890)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,705 miles
    Test number
    930050569948
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both rears (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass156,815 miles (+12,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    156,815 miles
    Test number
    691152986645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass144,211 miles (+15,822)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    144,211 miles
    Test number
    754580288528
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass128,389 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    128,389 miles
    Test number
    535538202247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box outer shell corroded

  11. Fail128,389 miles (+16,212)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,389 miles
    Test number
    241171997586
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear exhaust box outer shell corroded

  12. Pass112,177 miles (+4,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,177 miles
    Test number
    884164080069
    • AdvisoryExhaust outer skin corroded, rear suspension arms , front inner bushes have play, wipers poor,
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryPlay in front lower arm, rear bushes, wear on front and rear brake discs,

  13. Pass108,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,054 miles
    Test number
    336525335739
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded.

  14. Fail108,054 miles (+10,029)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,054 miles
    Test number
    298526942379
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded.

  15. Pass98,025 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    98,025 miles
    Test number
    546718225024
    • NoteRear exhaust outer casing corroded

  16. Fail98,025 miles (+13,198)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,025 miles
    Test number
    186978425493
    • FailureCentre Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust outer casing corroded

  17. Pass84,827 miles (+15,249)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,827 miles
    Test number
    797748524065
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded.

  18. Pass69,578 miles (+12,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    488399722376
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass57,172 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    57,172 miles
    Test number
    975126141383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail57,153 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,153 miles
    Test number
    185813241319
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T555 STM

Does T555 STM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T555 STM is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T555 STM?
The MOT on T555 STM is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T555 STM done?
T555 STM was recorded at 185,621 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 8,950 miles a year.
Has T555 STM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T555 STM has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T555 STM 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 T555 STM find?
T555 STM passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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