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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

T5 ECCMOT history

T5 ECC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 20 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 229,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
229,868 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 ECC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 ECC was last recorded at 229,868 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 11,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,308 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,560 miles
Average per year
9,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,868 miles
  • 2025 – 218,308 miles
  • 2024 – 208,648 miles
  • 2023 – 197,405 miles
  • 2022 – 187,629 miles
  • 2019 – 180,403 miles
  • 2018 – 165,766 miles
  • 2017 – 148,421 miles
  • 2016 – 135,461 miles
  • 2015 – 123,740 miles
  • 2014 – 111,755 miles
  • 2013 – 101,407 miles
  • 2012 – 100,534 miles
  • 2011 – 80,644 miles
  • 2010 – 70,390 miles
  • 2009 – 61,114 miles
  • 2008 – 51,663 miles
  • 2007 – 46,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,868 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • ENGINE COVER FITTED

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • UNDER TRAYS FITTED

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,868 miles (+11,560)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    229,868 miles
    Test number
    780854922812
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass218,308 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    218,308 miles
    Test number
    844255177966
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail218,308 miles (+9,660)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,308 miles
    Test number
    227524504869
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass208,648 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    208,648 miles
    Test number
    305853283885
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail208,648 miles (+11,243)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,648 miles
    Test number
    373719088248
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass197,405 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    197,405 miles
    Test number
    246907215778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail197,405 miles (+9,776)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,405 miles
    Test number
    154904927427
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass187,629 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    187,629 miles
    Test number
    378883348383
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  9. Fail187,628 miles (+7,225)2 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,628 miles
    Test number
    725706992069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm [ 215/65/16 ] (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  10. Pass180,403 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,403 miles
    Test number
    696400129038
    • AdvisoryFront engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail180,403 miles (+14,637)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,403 miles
    Test number
    769308960819
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass165,766 miles (+88)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,766 miles
    Test number
    566619621297
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  13. Fail165,678 miles (+17,257)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,678 miles
    Test number
    168816666532
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure hanger insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  14. Pass148,421 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    148,421 miles
    Test number
    308315877129
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly rough TOP MOUNT (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system slightly rough TOP MOUNT (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  15. Fail148,419 miles (+12,958)2 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,419 miles
    Test number
    356764472891
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system slightly rough TOP MOUNT (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system slightly rough TOP MOUNT (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAYS FITTED

  16. Pass135,461 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    135,461 miles
    Test number
    861707228676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail135,461 miles (+11,721)1 failure12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,461 miles
    Test number
    470454893307
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight bind on wheel
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  18. Pass123,740 miles (+11,985)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    123,740 miles
    Test number
    428052025149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass111,755 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,755 miles
    Test number
    297263124152
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs corrodded
    • NoteRear ehaust corrodded

  20. Fail111,755 miles (+10,348)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,755 miles
    Test number
    939063024109
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs corrodded
    • NoteRear ehaust corrodded

  21. Pass101,407 miles (+873)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    101,407 miles
    Test number
    458982523143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,534 miles
    Test number
    438895052408
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail100,534 miles (+19,890)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,534 miles
    Test number
    459465652390
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass80,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    389912351119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail80,644 miles (+10,254)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    846112751137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass70,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    740039450109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,390 miles (+9,276)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    940529150191
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass61,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,114 miles
    Test number
    594852459195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail61,114 miles (+9,451)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,114 miles
    Test number
    820902859117
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass51,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,663 miles
    Test number
    444441278189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail51,663 miles (+4,753)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,663 miles
    Test number
    351479568132
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass46,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    46,910 miles
    Test number
    384157677163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 ECC

Does T5 ECC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 ECC is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 ECC?
The MOT on T5 ECC is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 ECC done?
T5 ECC was recorded at 229,868 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 9,709 miles a year.
Has T5 ECC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 ECC has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 ECC 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 T5 ECC find?
T5 ECC passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear nail in tyre; oil leak, but not excessive.

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