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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T814 AFMMOT history

T814 AFM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 279,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
279,781 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T814 AFM
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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T814 AFM was last recorded at 279,781 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 5,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2009: 137,550 miles, lower than 143,520 miles on 14 Oct 2008.

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
274,284 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,497 miles
Average per year
7,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 279,781 miles
  • 2025 – 274,284 miles
  • 2024 – 267,646 miles
  • 2023 – 258,778 miles
  • 2022 – 249,305 miles
  • 2021 – 240,723 miles
  • 2020 – 228,851 miles
  • 2019 – 223,052 miles
  • 2018 – 219,273 miles
  • 2017 – 215,025 miles
  • 2016 – 208,570 miles
  • 2015 – 201,586 miles
  • 2014 – 191,057 miles
  • 2013 – 182,679 miles
  • 2012 – 173,473 miles
  • 2011 – 163,793 miles
  • 2010 – 156,530 miles
  • 2009 – 137,550 miles
  • 2008 – 143,520 miles
  • 2007 – 132,240 miles
  • 2006 – 118,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass279,781 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front outrigger corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides stepping 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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear panel rotten

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass279,781 miles (+5,497)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    279,781 miles
    Test number
    218287333939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides stepping on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass274,284 miles (+6,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    274,284 miles
    Test number
    175485107723
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides onto lower arms (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious patches of welding across underside of van - all undersealed

  3. Pass267,646 miles (+70)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    267,646 miles
    Test number
    119621013723
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Various - PAS,engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides bushes cracked (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across both arms corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both sides inner tread going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail267,576 miles (+8,798)2 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,576 miles
    Test number
    976401916979
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper damaged and braking performance affected caliper arm seized (1.1.16 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Various - PAS,engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides bushes cracked (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc shield rotted and insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across both arms corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged both sides inner tread going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass258,778 miles (+104)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    258,778 miles
    Test number
    285111033547
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear panel rotten
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion starting across complete underside and components

  6. Fail258,674 miles (+9,369)10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    258,674 miles
    Test number
    725916819428
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill /step/ jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch/floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel - by step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear panel rotten
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion starting across complete underside and components

  7. Pass249,305 miles (+8,582)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    249,305 miles
    Test number
    391492307493
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Panel Rotten

  8. Pass240,723 miles (+158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    240,723 miles
    Test number
    170624364214
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear panel rotten

  9. Fail240,565 miles (+11,714)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,565 miles
    Test number
    453248883010
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch by shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides into flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear panel rotten

  10. Pass228,851 miles (+156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    228,851 miles
    Test number
    164365599749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail228,695 miles (+5,643)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,695 miles
    Test number
    927925009647
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass223,052 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    223,052 miles
    Test number
    256867310745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass219,273 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    219,273 miles
    Test number
    720281563431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail219,272 miles (+4,247)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,272 miles
    Test number
    499395807978
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass215,025 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    215,025 miles
    Test number
    469851734663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass208,570 miles (+6,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    208,570 miles
    Test number
    426450013825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass201,586 miles (+10,529)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    201,586 miles
    Test number
    673957163731
    • AdvisorySlight play o/s inner rack joint

  18. Pass191,057 miles (+2)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    191,057 miles
    Test number
    995308984212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront discs and pads poor condision
    • NoteFront tyres low
    • NoteNearside front brake hose perished

  19. Fail191,055 miles (+8,376)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,055 miles
    Test number
    219177184200
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOuter Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront discs and pads poor condision
    • NoteFront tyres low
    • NoteNearside front brake hose perished

  20. Pass182,679 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    182,679 miles
    Test number
    255450593235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Fail182,679 miles (+9,206)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,679 miles
    Test number
    506420493249
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass173,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    173,473 miles
    Test number
    876820692268
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Fail173,473 miles (+9,680)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,473 miles
    Test number
    529540492279
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass163,793 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    163,793 miles
    Test number
    365711691269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  25. Fail163,793 miles (+7,263)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,793 miles
    Test number
    758750491251
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc pitted

  26. Pass156,530 miles (+18,980)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    156,530 miles
    Test number
    332747970428
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted

  27. Pass137,550 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    137,550 miles
    Test number
    192172389291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail137,550 miles (-5,970)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,550 miles
    Test number
    962542289290
    • FailureCentre Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass143,520 miles (+11,280)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    143,520 miles
    Test number
    151918888267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has small cut in side wall. not exposing cords
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate de-laminating

  30. Pass132,240 miles (+13,987)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    132,240 miles
    Test number
    454496637158
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  31. Pass118,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    118,253 miles
    Test number
    231453206453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail118,253 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,253 miles
    Test number
    862812106181
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSteering joint dust cover split/missing

Questions about T814 AFM

Does T814 AFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T814 AFM is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T814 AFM?
The MOT on T814 AFM is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T814 AFM done?
T814 AFM was recorded at 279,781 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 7,909 miles a year.
Has T814 AFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T814 AFM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T814 AFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T814 AFM find?
T814 AFM passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front outrigger corroded; nearside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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