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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,460 cc

T5 PVWMOT history

T5 PVW is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 12 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 183,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
183,697 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 PVW
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
12 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 PVW was last recorded at 183,697 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 5,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,118 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,579 miles
Average per year
7,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,697 miles
  • 2025 – 178,118 miles
  • 2024 – 171,164 miles
  • 2023 – 163,705 miles
  • 2022 – 155,094 miles
  • 2021 – 149,941 miles
  • 2019 – 149,525 miles
  • 2018 – 144,368 miles
  • 2017 – 141,983 miles
  • 2016 – 137,913 miles
  • 2015 – 131,644 miles
  • 2014 – 126,857 miles
  • 2013 – 118,556 miles
  • 2012 – 109,753 miles
  • 2011 – 103,430 miles
  • 2010 – 94,972 miles
  • 2009 – 83,951 miles
  • 2008 – 59,564 miles
  • 2007 – 55,431 miles
  • 2006 – 45,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,697 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,697 miles (+5,579)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    183,697 miles
    Test number
    622188797624
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass178,118 miles (+6,954)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    178,118 miles
    Test number
    449145580129
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass171,164 miles (+7,459)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    171,164 miles
    Test number
    465837292819
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass163,705 miles (+8,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    163,705 miles
    Test number
    905952977207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass155,094 miles (+5,153)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    155,094 miles
    Test number
    850761756757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass149,941 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    149,941 miles
    Test number
    686619036775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,525 miles (+5,157)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,525 miles
    Test number
    740246390801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass144,368 miles (+2,385)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    144,368 miles
    Test number
    493271772929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,983 miles (+4,070)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,983 miles
    Test number
    302680380448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass137,913 miles (+6,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    137,913 miles
    Test number
    496151870267
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted

  11. Pass131,644 miles (+4,787)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,644 miles
    Test number
    688401895179
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass126,857 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    126,857 miles
    Test number
    195723584152
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth headlamp reflectors burnt badly

  13. Fail126,857 miles (+8,301)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,857 miles
    Test number
    389513084184
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth headlamp reflectors burnt badly

  14. Pass118,556 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,556 miles
    Test number
    416999673138
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear roadspring rubber mounting distorted

  15. Fail118,556 miles (+8,803)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,556 miles
    Test number
    229099373178
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear roadspring rubber mounting distorted

  16. Pass109,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    109,753 miles
    Test number
    275755592427
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail109,753 miles (+6,323)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,753 miles
    Test number
    148153192189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass103,430 miles (+8,458)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    266136491404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail94,972 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,972 miles
    Test number
    613830280111
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass94,972 miles (+11,021)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,972 miles
    Test number
    890810280152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,951 miles (+24,387)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    83,951 miles
    Test number
    772712389181
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s mirror glass cracked but still provides good view to the rear

  22. Pass59,564 miles (+4,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,564 miles
    Test number
    294633788466
    • NoteRear suspension coil springs to trailing arms mountings slight deterioration

  23. Pass55,431 miles (+10,348)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,431 miles
    Test number
    461991617398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,083 miles
    Test number
    964364116350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 PVW

Does T5 PVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 PVW is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 PVW?
The MOT on T5 PVW is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 PVW done?
T5 PVW was recorded at 183,697 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 7,011 miles a year.
Has T5 PVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 PVW has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on T5 PVW 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 PVW find?
T5 PVW passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 2 more.

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