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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T85 PBLMOT history

T85 PBL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 181,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2026
Mileage
181,183 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 PBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T85 PBL was last recorded at 181,183 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,982 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
6,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,183 miles
  • 2025 – 180,982 miles
  • 2023 – 180,925 miles
  • 2022 – 173,351 miles
  • 2021 – 164,035 miles
  • 2020 – 161,838 miles
  • 2018 – 157,048 miles
  • 2017 – 150,095 miles
  • 2016 – 142,716 miles
  • 2015 – 134,002 miles
  • 2014 – 122,006 miles
  • 2013 – 109,975 miles
  • 2012 – 103,255 miles
  • 2011 – 95,191 miles
  • 2010 – 91,758 miles
  • 2009 – 74,210 miles
  • 2008 – 66,987 miles
  • 2007 – 60,143 miles
  • 2006 – 49,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail181,183 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded crossmember (6.1.6 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded crossmember (6.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded
  • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Filling up with condensation

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail181,183 miles (+201)13 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,183 miles
    Test number
    750301819888
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded crossmember (6.1.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar component excessively corroded crossmember (6.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryInner and outer sills corroded

  2. Pass180,982 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    180,982 miles
    Test number
    350520727896
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass180,925 miles (+7,574)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    180,925 miles
    Test number
    976275460783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to sills

  4. Pass173,351 miles (+9,316)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    173,351 miles
    Test number
    292130647376
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass164,035 miles (+120)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    164,035 miles
    Test number
    899544707692
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Filling up with condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail163,915 miles (+2,077)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,915 miles
    Test number
    911237345119
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Filling up with condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail161,838 miles (+2,459)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,838 miles
    Test number
    936829062977
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases minor leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion starting o/s inner sill
    • AdvisoryRear bumper iron corroded requires replacement asap
    • AdvisoryCorrosion n/s/f near seatbelt fixing but not within 30 cm

  8. Pass159,379 miles (+2,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    159,379 miles
    Test number
    145837764865
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass157,048 miles (+6,953)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    157,048 miles
    Test number
    822535765371
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre down to 2mm no cord exposed
    • AdvisoryO/s/r backplate slightly rusting

  10. Pass150,095 miles (+7,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    150,095 miles
    Test number
    857583284941
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass142,716 miles (+8,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    142,716 miles
    Test number
    377299466717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass134,002 miles (+11,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    134,002 miles
    Test number
    806096679645
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass122,006 miles (+12,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,006 miles
    Test number
    527098424276
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass109,975 miles (+585)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,975 miles
    Test number
    217481913271
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  15. Fail109,390 miles (+6,135)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,390 miles
    Test number
    507676393196
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear box outer skins very rusty

  16. Pass103,255 miles (+8,064)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,255 miles
    Test number
    537031232336
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust corroded

  17. Pass95,191 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    95,191 miles
    Test number
    389372441371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion on vehicle underside
    • NoteSurface corrosion on rear brake discs

  18. Fail95,191 miles (+3,433)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,191 miles
    Test number
    855942241372
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteGeneral surface corrosion on vehicle underside
    • NoteSurface corrosion on rear brake discs

  19. Pass91,758 miles (+8,508)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    91,758 miles
    Test number
    242079240321
    • NoteAdvise nearside front inner cv gaiter is split

  20. Pass83,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,250 miles
    Test number
    364046750005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,250 miles (+9,040)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,250 miles
    Test number
    104716250493
    • DangerousBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass74,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    74,210 miles
    Test number
    791777559029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,210 miles (+7,223)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,210 miles
    Test number
    682337359039
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass66,987 miles (+6,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    970012758027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass60,143 miles (+10,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,143 miles
    Test number
    844838257030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail49,165 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,165 miles
    Test number
    173039356043
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass49,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,165 miles
    Test number
    974389956093
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T85 PBL

Does T85 PBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T85 PBL expired on 7 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T85 PBL?
The MOT on T85 PBL expired on 7 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T85 PBL done?
T85 PBL was recorded at 181,183 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,564 miles a year.
Has T85 PBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 PBL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T85 PBL 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 T85 PBL find?
T85 PBL failed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: emissions unable to be completed major misfire; exhaust system insecure; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 16 more.

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