Volkswagen Caravelle
Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc
T55 SWWMOT history
T55 SWW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 23 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 128,299 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 9 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 128,299 mi
- At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 34
- 20 passed · 14 failed
- Per year
- 4,820 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T55 SWW
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Caravelle
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 23 Oct 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T55 SWW was last recorded at 128,299 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 128,299 miles · 9 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 4,820 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 128,299 miles
- 2025 – 122,609 miles
- 2024 – 118,590 miles
- 2023 – 118,245 miles
- 2022 – 117,081 miles
- 2021 – 115,716 miles
- 2020 – 111,230 miles
- 2019 – 106,009 miles
- 2018 – 102,789 miles
- 2017 – 100,105 miles
- 2016 – 97,502 miles
- 2015 – 92,640 miles
- 2013 – 85,956 miles
- 2012 – 80,783 miles
- 2011 – 73,980 miles
- 2010 – 69,825 miles
- 2009 – 62,104 miles
- 2008 – 53,876 miles
- 2007 – 44,474 miles
- 2006 – 35,208 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass128,299 miles
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019
Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013
Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2009
Full MOT history
34 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass128,299 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 128,299 miles
- Test number
- 837665168198
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail128,299 miles (+5,690)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,299 miles
- Test number
- 462159487060
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass122,609 miles3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 122,609 miles
- Test number
- 148071906167
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Fail122,605 miles (+4,015)3 major3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,605 miles
- Test number
- 971234783866
- MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected In engine bay (4.11 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Brake hose (5.2.3 (f))
- MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass118,590 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 118,590 miles
- Test number
- 330766166202
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail118,590 miles (+345)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,590 miles
- Test number
- 169121778466
- MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass118,245 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 118,245 miles
- Test number
- 286938788151
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail118,245 miles (+1,164)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,245 miles
- Test number
- 229543426524
- MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
Pass117,081 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 117,081 miles
- Test number
- 731653560527
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail117,081 miles (+1,365)1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,081 miles
- Test number
- 421362836218
- MajorOffside Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass115,716 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 115,716 miles
- Test number
- 513760091819
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail115,716 miles (+4,486)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,716 miles
- Test number
- 684125561145
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass111,230 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 111,230 miles
- Test number
- 663889064231
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail111,230 miles (+5,221)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,230 miles
- Test number
- 382782183194
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Pass106,009 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 106,009 miles
- Test number
- 809540118509
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail106,008 miles (+3,219)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,008 miles
- Test number
- 247276577328
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass102,789 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 102,789 miles
- Test number
- 811449442513
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail102,789 miles (+2,684)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,789 miles
- Test number
- 389872612224
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass100,105 miles (+2,603)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 100,105 miles
- Test number
- 130757214060
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass97,502 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 97,502 miles
- Test number
- 369404122384
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail97,502 miles (+4,862)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,502 miles
- Test number
- 696549415742
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Pass92,640 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 92,640 miles
- Test number
- 527339305032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail92,640 miles (+6,684)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,640 miles
- Test number
- 599509405024
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass85,956 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 85,956 miles
- Test number
- 495938533382
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail85,956 miles (+5,173)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,956 miles
- Test number
- 205148233387
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass80,783 miles (+6,803)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 80,783 miles
- Test number
- 548510042337
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,980 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 73,980 miles
- Test number
- 407523411360
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail73,980 miles (+4,155)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,980 miles
- Test number
- 198103011310
- FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Pass69,825 miles (+7,721)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 69,825 miles
- Test number
- 500950010323
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass62,104 miles (+177)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 62,104 miles
- Test number
- 853776509318
- AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Fail61,927 miles (+8,051)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,927 miles
- Test number
- 221027999281
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Pass53,876 miles (+9,402)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 53,876 miles
- Test number
- 520619698235
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,474 miles (+9,266)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 44,474 miles
- Test number
- 993085597292
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,208 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 35,208 miles
- Test number
- 592422596244
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T55 SWW
- Does T55 SWW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 SWW is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T55 SWW?
- The MOT on T55 SWW is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T55 SWW done?
- T55 SWW was recorded at 128,299 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 4,820 miles a year.
- Has T55 SWW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T55 SWW has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on T55 SWW 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 SWW find?
- T55 SWW passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.
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