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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T78 OWGMOT history

T78 OWG is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 241,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
241,315 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 OWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 OWG was last recorded at 241,315 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 12,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jan 2016: 173,364 miles, lower than 177,358 miles on 18 Jan 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
228,545 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
12,770 miles
Average per year
7,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 241,315 miles
  • 2023 – 228,545 miles
  • 2020 – 213,077 miles
  • 2019 – 203,744 miles
  • 2018 – 188,935 miles
  • 2017 – 180,174 miles
  • 2016 – 173,364 miles
  • 2014 – 171,635 miles
  • 2013 – 164,229 miles
  • 2012 – 157,751 miles
  • 2011 – 149,528 miles
  • 2010 – 143,216 miles
  • 2009 – 136,650 miles
  • 2008 – 125,348 miles
  • 2007 – 114,525 miles
  • 2006 – 99,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass241,315 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Side door does not open from inside but rear seats removed from vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass241,315 miles (+12,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    241,315 miles
    Test number
    741557949528
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass228,545 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    228,545 miles
    Test number
    660578537504
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail228,519 miles (+15,442)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,519 miles
    Test number
    471805805970
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass213,077 miles (+37)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    213,077 miles
    Test number
    800347772633
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side door does not open from inside but rear seats removed from vehicle

  5. Fail213,040 miles (+9,296)6 major5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,040 miles
    Test number
    278159598969
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired valve seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower arm front bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn has play and dust cover ripped (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side door does not open from inside but rear seats removed from vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering fluid leaking from gaiter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass203,744 miles (+14,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    203,744 miles
    Test number
    712325712376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded but not reducing strength

  7. Pass188,935 miles (+8,761)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    188,935 miles
    Test number
    141872228593
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  8. Pass180,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    180,174 miles
    Test number
    767226020822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail180,174 miles (+1,249)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,174 miles
    Test number
    400174939636
    • FailureCentral Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass178,925 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    178,925 miles
    Test number
    723911578919
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail178,925 miles (+5,561)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,925 miles
    Test number
    364365162778
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass173,364 miles (-3,994)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    173,364 miles
    Test number
    965252314999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail177,358 miles (+5,723)3 failures3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,358 miles
    Test number
    746627714293
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail171,635 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,635 miles
    Test number
    525541754387
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass171,635 miles (+7,406)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    171,635 miles
    Test number
    787401154335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass164,229 miles (+6,478)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    164,229 miles
    Test number
    585112063146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass157,751 miles (+8,223)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    157,751 miles
    Test number
    527553672145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass149,528 miles (+6,312)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    149,528 miles
    Test number
    686041351196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass143,216 miles (+6,566)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    143,216 miles
    Test number
    141862260105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass136,650 miles (+11,302)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    136,650 miles
    Test number
    383018699052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass125,348 miles (+10,823)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    125,348 miles
    Test number
    172959878497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,525 miles (+14,897)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    114,525 miles
    Test number
    651970687092
    • NoteAdvise slight plat in steering rack!

  23. Pass99,628 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    99,628 miles
    Test number
    143319676415
    • NoteOil leak from engine!

Questions about T78 OWG

Does T78 OWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T78 OWG expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T78 OWG?
The MOT on T78 OWG expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T78 OWG done?
T78 OWG was recorded at 241,315 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 7,779 miles a year.
Has T78 OWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 OWG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T78 OWG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jan 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T78 OWG find?
T78 OWG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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