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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T879 DFCMOT history

T879 DFC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 13 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 256,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
256,191 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T879 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,459 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T879 DFC was last recorded at 256,191 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
256,191 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 256,191 miles
  • 2025 – 250,037 miles
  • 2024 – 247,563 miles
  • 2023 – 240,147 miles
  • 2022 – 234,312 miles
  • 2021 – 229,570 miles
  • 2020 – 227,469 miles
  • 2019 – 221,649 miles
  • 2018 – 210,299 miles
  • 2017 – 199,777 miles
  • 2016 – 187,511 miles
  • 2015 – 181,102 miles
  • 2014 – 173,670 miles
  • 2013 – 164,568 miles
  • 2012 – 161,057 miles
  • 2011 – 149,956 miles
  • 2010 – 134,483 miles
  • 2009 – 124,719 miles
  • 2008 – 112,622 miles
  • 2007 – 102,521 miles
  • 2006 – 86,000 miles
  • 2005 – 71,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass256,191 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass256,191 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    256,191 miles
    Test number
    223349583577
    • MinorNearside 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail256,191 miles (+6,154)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,191 miles
    Test number
    377971224507
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass250,037 miles (+2,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    250,037 miles
    Test number
    673381669267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass247,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    247,563 miles
    Test number
    673852853298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail247,563 miles (+7,416)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,563 miles
    Test number
    776530786825
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass240,147 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    240,147 miles
    Test number
    556519542556
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail240,147 miles (+5,835)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,147 miles
    Test number
    391535027759
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass234,312 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    234,312 miles
    Test number
    489639329577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail234,309 miles (+4,739)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,309 miles
    Test number
    263265023717
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass229,570 miles (+2,101)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    229,570 miles
    Test number
    414490463016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass227,469 miles (+5,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    227,469 miles
    Test number
    837737370359
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass221,649 miles (+11,350)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    221,649 miles
    Test number
    457921080545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass210,299 miles (+10,522)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    210,299 miles
    Test number
    923413838391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass199,777 miles (+12,266)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    199,777 miles
    Test number
    154537567920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass187,511 miles (+6,409)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    187,511 miles
    Test number
    745321831334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass181,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    181,102 miles
    Test number
    460491600590
    • AdvisorySlight play in near side steering arm

  17. Fail181,102 miles (+7,432)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,102 miles
    Test number
    481471808315
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight play in near side steering arm

  18. Pass173,670 miles (+24)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    173,670 miles
    Test number
    957126364243
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail173,646 miles (+9,078)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,646 miles
    Test number
    296205664288
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass164,568 miles (+7)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    164,568 miles
    Test number
    528179643294
    • NoteRear tyres slightly worn
    • NoteSlight play front nearside rack arm

  21. Fail164,561 miles (+3,504)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,561 miles
    Test number
    609767743232
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres slightly worn
    • NoteSlight play front nearside rack arm

  22. Pass161,057 miles (+11,101)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    161,057 miles
    Test number
    796789362238
    • NoteFront brake discs worn (lipped)
    • NoteSlight play front nearside steering rack arm

  23. Pass149,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    149,956 miles
    Test number
    436276261227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail149,956 miles (+15,473)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,956 miles
    Test number
    899445261233
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass134,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    134,483 miles
    Test number
    581412900268
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail134,483 miles (+9,764)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,483 miles
    Test number
    520200300200
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass124,719 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    124,719 miles
    Test number
    552290019254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Fail124,719 miles (+12,097)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,719 miles
    Test number
    281710019236
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Fail112,622 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,622 miles
    Test number
    300594718230
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  30. Pass112,622 miles (+10,101)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    112,622 miles
    Test number
    391574318438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass102,521 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    102,521 miles
    Test number
    172187307271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail102,499 miles (+16,499)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,499 miles
    Test number
    851195007286
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  33. Pass86,000 miles (+14,120)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    86,000 miles
    Test number
    730594816261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass71,880 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    71,880 miles
    Test number
    303287915288
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly damaged/deteriated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall slightly perisheded

Questions about T879 DFC

Does T879 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T879 DFC is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T879 DFC?
The MOT on T879 DFC is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T879 DFC done?
T879 DFC was recorded at 256,191 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 8,816 miles a year.
Has T879 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T879 DFC has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T879 DFC 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 T879 DFC find?
T879 DFC passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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