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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

T5 TOPMOT history

T5 TOP is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
128,525 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 TOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 TOP was last recorded at 128,525 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 9,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,168 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,357 miles
Average per year
5,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,525 miles
  • 2025 – 119,168 miles
  • 2024 – 110,905 miles
  • 2023 – 105,930 miles
  • 2022 – 102,573 miles
  • 2021 – 97,634 miles
  • 2019 – 92,223 miles
  • 2018 – 86,917 miles
  • 2017 – 80,759 miles
  • 2016 – 76,743 miles
  • 2015 – 71,879 miles
  • 2014 – 66,460 miles
  • 2013 – 62,081 miles
  • 2012 – 57,463 miles
  • 2011 – 53,228 miles
  • 2010 – 47,805 miles
  • 2009 – 40,055 miles
  • 2008 – 32,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,525 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front + wearing down on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,525 miles (+9,357)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    128,525 miles
    Test number
    930110550446
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front + wearing down on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass119,168 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,168 miles
    Test number
    575090380382
    • Advisory(exhaust corroding)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail119,167 miles (+8,262)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,167 miles
    Test number
    653670593866
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Advisory(exhaust corroding)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass110,905 miles (+4,975)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,905 miles
    Test number
    441101891353
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  5. Pass105,930 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,930 miles
    Test number
    947776976824
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail105,918 miles (+3,345)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,918 miles
    Test number
    896518116403
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass102,573 miles (+4,939)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    645320449562
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass97,634 miles (+5,411)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,634 miles
    Test number
    691448022602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,223 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,223 miles
    Test number
    200902535109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,917 miles (+6,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,917 miles
    Test number
    670802029725
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass80,759 miles (+4,016)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,759 miles
    Test number
    471271879938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,743 miles (+4,864)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,743 miles
    Test number
    232423732802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,879 miles (+5,419)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,879 miles
    Test number
    657586199637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,460 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    247875024322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,081 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    427680543311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,463 miles (+4,235)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,463 miles
    Test number
    518353832390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,228 miles (+5,423)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,228 miles
    Test number
    236494941350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,805 miles (+7,750)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,805 miles
    Test number
    942584060228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,055 miles (+7,359)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,055 miles
    Test number
    384775259154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,696 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,696 miles
    Test number
    651920678163
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T5 TOP

Does T5 TOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 TOP is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 TOP?
The MOT on T5 TOP is valid until 21 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 TOP done?
T5 TOP was recorded at 128,525 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 5,378 miles a year.
Has T5 TOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 TOP has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T5 TOP 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 TOP find?
T5 TOP passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust corroding, and 4 more.

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