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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T853 RMVMOT history

T853 RMV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 240,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
240,822 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T853 RMV
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
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T853 RMV was last recorded at 240,822 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 3,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 May 2011: 120,616 miles, lower than 137,263 miles on 9 Jun 2010.

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
236,865 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,957 miles
Average per year
7,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 240,822 miles
  • 2024 – 236,865 miles
  • 2023 – 232,371 miles
  • 2022 – 225,729 miles
  • 2021 – 218,058 miles
  • 2020 – 216,040 miles
  • 2019 – 211,311 miles
  • 2018 – 205,282 miles
  • 2017 – 197,954 miles
  • 2016 – 190,568 miles
  • 2015 – 180,616 miles
  • 2014 – 169,515 miles
  • 2013 – 162,742 miles
  • 2012 – 155,319 miles
  • 2011 – 120,616 miles
  • 2010 – 137,263 miles
  • 2009 – 127,329 miles
  • 2008 – 118,241 miles
  • 2007 – 104,719 miles
  • 2006 – 96,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass240,822 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front crossmember/ rad support corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass240,822 miles (+3,957)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    240,822 miles
    Test number
    653477617772
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass236,865 miles (+4,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    236,865 miles
    Test number
    937024305698
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass232,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    232,371 miles
    Test number
    975326981541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail232,371 miles (+6,642)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,371 miles
    Test number
    413064727086
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass225,729 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    225,729 miles
    Test number
    808640860200
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember/ rad support corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Fail225,728 miles (+7,670)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,728 miles
    Test number
    766648320899
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember/ rad support corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass218,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    218,058 miles
    Test number
    498980561053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail218,058 miles (+2,018)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,058 miles
    Test number
    123540574557
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass216,040 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    216,040 miles
    Test number
    837798059046
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail216,039 miles (+4,728)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,039 miles
    Test number
    240955353413
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass211,311 miles (+6,029)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    211,311 miles
    Test number
    530790826866
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass205,282 miles (+7,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    205,282 miles
    Test number
    245083304515
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tow bar electrics removed

  13. Pass197,954 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    197,954 miles
    Test number
    935580143138
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

  14. Fail197,951 miles (+7,383)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,951 miles
    Test number
    980969083299
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

  15. Pass190,568 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    190,568 miles
    Test number
    605918967883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail190,568 miles (+9,952)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,568 miles
    Test number
    558926422375
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass180,616 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    180,616 miles
    Test number
    209418125178
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail180,602 miles (+11,087)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,602 miles
    Test number
    277437725475
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass169,515 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    169,515 miles
    Test number
    418738424126
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Fail169,505 miles (+6,763)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,505 miles
    Test number
    107197124196
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass162,742 miles (+7,423)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    162,742 miles
    Test number
    726330243149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass155,319 miles (+34,703)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    155,319 miles
    Test number
    228714472199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    120,616 miles
    Test number
    636787221134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail120,616 miles (-16,647)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,616 miles
    Test number
    739737121174
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  25. Pass137,263 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    137,263 miles
    Test number
    773040160107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail137,236 miles (+9,907)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,236 miles
    Test number
    982429450115
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass127,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    127,329 miles
    Test number
    693806459174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail127,329 miles (+9,088)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,329 miles
    Test number
    972726659142
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass118,241 miles (+13,522)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    118,241 miles
    Test number
    170211368126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass104,719 miles (+8,328)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    104,719 miles
    Test number
    113272847173
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass96,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    96,391 miles
    Test number
    900433956162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T853 RMV

Does T853 RMV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T853 RMV is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T853 RMV?
The MOT on T853 RMV is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T853 RMV done?
T853 RMV was recorded at 240,822 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 7,406 miles a year.
Has T853 RMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T853 RMV has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T853 RMV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T853 RMV find?
T853 RMV passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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