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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

T55 NCAMOT history

T55 NCA is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 6 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 177,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
177,073 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 NCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 NCA was last recorded at 177,073 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 1,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,927 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,146 miles
Average per year
8,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,073 miles
  • 2024 – 175,927 miles
  • 2023 – 167,395 miles
  • 2022 – 158,231 miles
  • 2021 – 149,068 miles
  • 2019 – 140,676 miles
  • 2017 – 127,933 miles
  • 2016 – 119,905 miles
  • 2015 – 110,882 miles
  • 2014 – 102,264 miles
  • 2013 – 97,046 miles
  • 2012 – 88,214 miles
  • 2011 – 74,138 miles
  • 2010 – 61,039 miles
  • 2009 – 49,101 miles
  • 2008 – 37,866 miles
  • 2007 – 27,364 miles
  • 2006 – 16,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,073 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.

  • Nearside Rear tyre at 1.8mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,073 miles (+1,146)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    177,073 miles
    Test number
    580760643405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass175,927 miles (+105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    175,927 miles
    Test number
    444479791414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre at 1.8mm

  3. Fail175,822 miles (+8,427)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,822 miles
    Test number
    255940948187
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre at 1.8mm

  4. Pass167,395 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    167,395 miles
    Test number
    910144972779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail167,386 miles (+9,155)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,386 miles
    Test number
    290602637683
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass158,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    158,231 miles
    Test number
    566765527113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail158,231 miles (+9,163)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,231 miles
    Test number
    172954524108
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,068 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,068 miles
    Test number
    748993511021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass146,329 miles (+5,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    146,329 miles
    Test number
    939236561367
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Pass140,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,676 miles
    Test number
    815249334298
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  11. Fail140,676 miles (+6,376)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,676 miles
    Test number
    913560167671
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  12. Pass134,300 miles (+6,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,300 miles
    Test number
    395450170503
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Pass127,933 miles (+8,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,933 miles
    Test number
    433709905505
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass119,905 miles (+9,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,905 miles
    Test number
    739793700669
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays

  15. Pass110,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    110,882 miles
    Test number
    139814941749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,882 miles (+8,618)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,882 miles
    Test number
    513016928823
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass102,264 miles (+5,218)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    102,264 miles
    Test number
    495289444328
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass97,046 miles (+8,832)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,046 miles
    Test number
    429148333359
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear shocks have reduced damping effect

  19. Fail88,214 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,214 miles
    Test number
    345187142395
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass88,214 miles (+14,076)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    88,214 miles
    Test number
    746007342371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,138 miles (+13,099)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,138 miles
    Test number
    128356121324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,039 miles (+11,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,039 miles
    Test number
    232590940361
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass49,101 miles (+11,235)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,101 miles
    Test number
    430458449418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,866 miles (+10,502)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,866 miles
    Test number
    290826948303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edges

  25. Pass27,364 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    27,364 miles
    Test number
    472897927405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,362 miles (+11,355)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,362 miles
    Test number
    782496727312
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass16,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,007 miles
    Test number
    713219516306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 NCA

Does T55 NCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 NCA is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 NCA?
The MOT on T55 NCA is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 NCA done?
T55 NCA was recorded at 177,073 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 8,471 miles a year.
Has T55 NCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 NCA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T55 NCA 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 T55 NCA find?
T55 NCA passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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