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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,460 cc

T5 UKNMOT history

T5 UKN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 278,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
278,675 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 UKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 UKN was last recorded at 278,675 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,942 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,733 miles
Average per year
9,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 278,675 miles
  • 2025 – 274,942 miles
  • 2024 – 271,859 miles
  • 2023 – 267,785 miles
  • 2022 – 263,331 miles
  • 2021 – 258,662 miles
  • 2020 – 256,520 miles
  • 2019 – 251,536 miles
  • 2018 – 250,523 miles
  • 2017 – 237,954 miles
  • 2016 – 224,415 miles
  • 2015 – 211,548 miles
  • 2014 – 190,033 miles
  • 2013 – 184,787 miles
  • 2012 – 173,848 miles
  • 2011 – 141,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass278,675 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive undetermined as to cause from mot but some sort of hydrophilic fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust sections heavily corroded outer skins

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Advise oil level on min

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass278,675 miles (+3,733)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    278,675 miles
    Test number
    321424820772
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive undetermined as to cause from mot but some sort of hydrophilic fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust sections heavily corroded outer skins

  2. Pass274,942 miles (+3,083)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    274,942 miles
    Test number
    115297072107
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner brake pads low a little low on the rear
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust have heavy corrosion to outer skin
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass271,859 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    271,859 miles
    Test number
    445150682119
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil level on min
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust boxes advise heavy corrosion to outer skins

  4. Fail271,850 miles (+4,065)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    271,850 miles
    Test number
    530883948389
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil level on min
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear exhaust boxes advise heavy corrosion to outer skins

  5. Pass267,785 miles (+57)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    267,785 miles
    Test number
    492484464230
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S & N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail267,728 miles (+4,397)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,728 miles
    Test number
    729797078505
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S & N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass263,331 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    263,331 miles
    Test number
    678766200183
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to outer skin of centre and rear exhaust boxes
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail263,331 miles (+4,669)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,331 miles
    Test number
    509894219807
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to outer skin of centre and rear exhaust boxes
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass258,662 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    258,662 miles
    Test number
    899899643034
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to outer skin of centre and rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail258,662 miles (+2,142)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,662 miles
    Test number
    369634253232
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to outer skin of centre and rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass256,520 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    256,520 miles
    Test number
    184801313281
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust back box
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to outer skin of middle exhaust box
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail256,518 miles (+4,982)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,518 miles
    Test number
    782595834649
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to outer skin of rear exhaust back box
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to outer skin of middle exhaust box
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass251,536 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    251,536 miles
    Test number
    947548375600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass250,523 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    250,523 miles
    Test number
    830600744019
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Fail250,523 miles (+12,569)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,523 miles
    Test number
    896301872570
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass237,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    237,954 miles
    Test number
    870127208838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail237,954 miles (+13,539)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,954 miles
    Test number
    970530126195
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass224,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    224,415 miles
    Test number
    190127587389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail224,415 miles (+12,867)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,415 miles
    Test number
    937703413274
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass211,548 miles (+21,515)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    211,548 miles
    Test number
    126449105220
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exaust outer skin rusty

  21. Pass190,033 miles (+5,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    190,033 miles
    Test number
    555025144216
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  22. Pass184,787 miles (+10,939)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    184,787 miles
    Test number
    846818943287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass173,848 miles (+32,520)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    173,848 miles
    Test number
    349660452230
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass141,328 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    141,328 miles
    Test number
    577924111243
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Questions about T5 UKN

Does T5 UKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 UKN is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 UKN?
The MOT on T5 UKN is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 UKN done?
T5 UKN was recorded at 278,675 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 9,173 miles a year.
Has T5 UKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 UKN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T5 UKN 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 UKN find?
T5 UKN passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: central front engine mounting damaged but not to excess; front fluid leak, but not excessive undetermined as to cause from mot but some sort of hydrophilic fluid; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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