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Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T55 VVWMOT history

T55 VVW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 16 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 148,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,011 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 VVW was last recorded at 148,011 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 12,076 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,935 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,076 miles
Average per year
7,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,011 miles
  • 2025 – 135,935 miles
  • 2024 – 123,489 miles
  • 2023 – 115,247 miles
  • 2022 – 106,325 miles
  • 2021 – 97,934 miles
  • 2020 – 91,054 miles
  • 2019 – 81,773 miles
  • 2018 – 70,931 miles
  • 2017 – 61,178 miles
  • 2016 – 51,429 miles
  • 2015 – 49,673 miles
  • 2014 – 46,214 miles
  • 2013 – 44,635 miles
  • 2012 – 40,393 miles
  • 2011 – 34,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,011 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,011 miles (+12,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,011 miles
    Test number
    427145257568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,935 miles (+12,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    135,935 miles
    Test number
    988798797912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass123,489 miles (+8,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    123,489 miles
    Test number
    448062547996
    • 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))

  4. Pass115,247 miles (+8,922)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,247 miles
    Test number
    440573250028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,325 miles (+8,391)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,325 miles
    Test number
    332844434601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,934 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,934 miles
    Test number
    629402415382
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail97,933 miles (+6,879)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,933 miles
    Test number
    205202020623
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass91,054 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,054 miles
    Test number
    611188265556
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  9. Fail91,054 miles (+9,281)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,054 miles
    Test number
    112828676403
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  10. Pass81,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,773 miles
    Test number
    589801202665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail81,773 miles (+10,842)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,773 miles
    Test number
    214633954959
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass70,931 miles (+9,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,931 miles
    Test number
    572979676363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,178 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,178 miles
    Test number
    267542637958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,071 miles (+9,642)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,071 miles
    Test number
    409798114164
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass51,429 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    417907223788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,673 miles (+3,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,673 miles
    Test number
    464214961816
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass46,214 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,214 miles
    Test number
    356162874482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,635 miles (+4,242)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    386202543272
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracks in tred

  19. Pass40,393 miles (+5,634)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,393 miles
    Test number
    818340932253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,759 miles
    Test number
    187982451247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,759 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,759 miles
    Test number
    359292251273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about T55 VVW

Does T55 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 VVW is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T55 VVW?
The MOT on T55 VVW is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 VVW done?
T55 VVW was recorded at 148,011 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 7,551 miles a year.
Has T55 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 VVW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T55 VVW 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 VVW find?
T55 VVW passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner suspension component pin or bush slightly worn; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front inner suspension component pin or bush slightly worn.

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