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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,460 cc

T5 VLPMOT history

T5 VLP is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 23 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 217,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
217,149 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 VLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 VLP was last recorded at 217,149 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,908 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
241 miles
Average per year
5,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,149 miles
  • 2025 – 212,812 miles
  • 2024 – 207,378 miles
  • 2023 – 203,281 miles
  • 2022 – 199,713 miles
  • 2021 – 195,571 miles
  • 2020 – 189,937 miles
  • 2019 – 187,966 miles
  • 2018 – 181,516 miles
  • 2017 – 177,392 miles
  • 2015 – 173,095 miles
  • 2014 – 168,891 miles
  • 2013 – 164,008 miles
  • 2012 – 155,457 miles
  • 2011 – 147,989 miles
  • 2010 – 144,458 miles
  • 2009 – 118,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,149 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive 'A' post (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Covers not allowing full inspection

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,149 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    217,149 miles
    Test number
    667300547307
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive 'A' post (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail217,149 miles (+241)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,149 miles
    Test number
    752599351875
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive 'A' post (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail216,908 miles (+4,096)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,908 miles
    Test number
    776696915530
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive 'B' Post (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass212,812 miles (+18)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    212,812 miles
    Test number
    648994273671
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail212,794 miles (+5,416)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,794 miles
    Test number
    154164477982
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass207,378 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    207,378 miles
    Test number
    169068731663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail207,272 miles (+3,991)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,272 miles
    Test number
    509289874381
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass203,281 miles (+113)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    203,281 miles
    Test number
    772590922876
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail203,168 miles (+3,455)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,168 miles
    Test number
    620370393607
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle BOOT ACCESS (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass199,713 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    199,713 miles
    Test number
    664858120479
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail199,709 miles (+4)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,709 miles
    Test number
    370260902511
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDEWALL DAMAGED FROM UNDER INFLATION (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail199,705 miles (+4,134)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,705 miles
    Test number
    607313218063
    • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass195,571 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    195,571 miles
    Test number
    914828825218
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  14. Fail195,567 miles (+5,630)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,567 miles
    Test number
    665629929509
    • MajorRear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  15. Pass189,937 miles (+1,971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    189,937 miles
    Test number
    979630783457
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  16. Pass187,966 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    187,966 miles
    Test number
    534492499414
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  17. Fail187,961 miles (+6,445)1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,961 miles
    Test number
    834607883788
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  18. Pass181,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    181,516 miles
    Test number
    280661226915
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Fail181,516 miles (+4,124)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,516 miles
    Test number
    150175632905
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass177,392 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    177,392 miles
    Test number
    406780605341
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  21. Fail177,356 miles (+4,261)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,356 miles
    Test number
    162566057594
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  22. Pass173,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    173,095 miles
    Test number
    790451425951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail173,095 miles (+4,204)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,095 miles
    Test number
    461469453976
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisorySIGNIFICANT PLAY ON O/S & N/S FRONT LOWER WISHBONE BUSHES

  24. Pass168,891 miles (+4,883)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    168,891 miles
    Test number
    279101344245
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE BALD ON INNER & OUTER EDGES WITH DEEP SPLITS ON INNER SIDEWALL
    • NoteREAR SILENCER CORRODED

  25. Pass164,008 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    164,008 miles
    Test number
    365761643258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rear box outer skin deteriated
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail164,006 miles (+8,549)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,006 miles
    Test number
    415910443296
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust rear box outer skin deteriated
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass155,457 miles (+7,468)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    155,457 miles
    Test number
    257976412229
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • NoteRear exhaust system rusty

  28. Pass147,989 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    147,989 miles
    Test number
    925414511257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail147,982 miles (+3,524)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,982 miles
    Test number
    698449201218
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass144,458 miles (+25,770)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    144,458 miles
    Test number
    104497170454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass118,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    118,688 miles
    Test number
    612993309291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 VLP

Does T5 VLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 VLP is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 VLP?
The MOT on T5 VLP is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 VLP done?
T5 VLP was recorded at 217,149 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 5,748 miles a year.
Has T5 VLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 VLP has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 VLP 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 VLP find?
T5 VLP passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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