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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T69 RFEMOT history

T69 RFE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 229,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
229,407 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T69 RFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T69 RFE was last recorded at 229,407 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 6,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,889 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,518 miles
Average per year
7,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 229,407 miles
  • 2025 – 222,889 miles
  • 2024 – 216,510 miles
  • 2022 – 211,826 miles
  • 2021 – 204,378 miles
  • 2020 – 204,083 miles
  • 2019 – 191,323 miles
  • 2018 – 183,997 miles
  • 2017 – 172,187 miles
  • 2016 – 171,444 miles
  • 2015 – 165,850 miles
  • 2014 – 159,880 miles
  • 2013 – 157,018 miles
  • 2012 – 150,978 miles
  • 2011 – 140,886 miles
  • 2010 – 140,430 miles
  • 2009 – 122,001 miles
  • 2008 – 102,894 miles
  • 2007 – 92,991 miles
  • 2006 – 83,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,407 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass229,407 miles (+6,518)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    229,407 miles
    Test number
    467865205199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass222,889 miles (+6,379)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    222,889 miles
    Test number
    551069904478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass216,510 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    216,510 miles
    Test number
    608442447731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail216,493 miles (+4,667)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,493 miles
    Test number
    685966464316
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve broken/blowing Rear section Y junction blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam for left hand drive (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade badly torn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass211,826 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    211,826 miles
    Test number
    479667891773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail211,756 miles (+7,378)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,756 miles
    Test number
    308921433951
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (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 Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  7. Pass204,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    204,378 miles
    Test number
    522583566752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail204,378 miles (+295)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,378 miles
    Test number
    399595923932
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  9. Fail204,083 miles (+5,879)1 dangerous8 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,083 miles
    Test number
    199982917313
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged
  10. Fail198,204 miles (+79)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,204 miles
    Test number
    430999828288
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Fail198,125 miles (+6,802)1 dangerous5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,125 miles
    Test number
    349426226594
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass191,323 miles (+194)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    191,323 miles
    Test number
    828505077293
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated seat lever affecting operation (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryJust passed on handbrake test on min 16%
  13. Fail191,129 miles (+7,132)1 dangerous7 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,129 miles
    Test number
    380261146052
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  14. Pass183,997 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    183,997 miles
    Test number
    605192875889
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  15. Fail183,966 miles (+11,779)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,966 miles
    Test number
    614174398535
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake excessively fluctuating o/s and n/s (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  16. Pass172,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    172,187 miles
    Test number
    846386015191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Fail172,187 miles (+743)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,187 miles
    Test number
    452562757649
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass171,444 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    171,444 miles
    Test number
    874582977133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass165,850 miles (+5,970)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    165,850 miles
    Test number
    165400615192
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  20. Pass159,880 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    159,880 miles
    Test number
    119323294004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  21. Fail159,880 miles (+2,862)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,880 miles
    Test number
    288523194024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  22. Pass157,018 miles (+6,040)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    157,018 miles
    Test number
    406158703129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  23. Pass150,978 miles (+10,092)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    150,978 miles
    Test number
    148613672055
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAirbag lamp on
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
  24. Pass140,886 miles (+456)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    140,886 miles
    Test number
    337533311025
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteOffside centre seatbelt damaged-no seat fitted
  25. Fail140,430 miles (+18,429)5 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,430 miles
    Test number
    282341550318
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc scored and corroded
  26. Pass122,001 miles (+19,107)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    182782169277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f alloy wheel slighty dented
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f door mirror missing
  27. Pass102,894 miles (+9,903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    102,894 miles
    Test number
    193592418262
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  28. Pass92,991 miles (+9,823)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    92,991 miles
    Test number
    181426737227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass83,168 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    83,168 miles
    Test number
    432696816274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on

Questions about T69 RFE

Does T69 RFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T69 RFE is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T69 RFE?
The MOT on T69 RFE is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T69 RFE done?
T69 RFE was recorded at 229,407 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 7,423 miles a year.
Has T69 RFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T69 RFE has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T69 RFE 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 T69 RFE find?
T69 RFE passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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