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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,459 cc

T8 EKBMOT history

T8 EKB is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 188,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2025
Mileage
188,516 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 EKB
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 EKB was last recorded at 188,516 miles on 10 Dec 2024, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,498 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 188,516 miles
  • 2023 – 186,404 miles
  • 2022 – 184,761 miles
  • 2021 – 181,251 miles
  • 2020 – 179,302 miles
  • 2019 – 175,310 miles
  • 2018 – 170,381 miles
  • 2016 – 168,813 miles
  • 2013 – 157,560 miles
  • 2012 – 151,479 miles
  • 2011 – 141,509 miles
  • 2010 – 134,235 miles
  • 2009 – 122,279 miles
  • 2008 – 109,775 miles
  • 2007 – 96,934 miles
  • 2006 – 83,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,516 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Silencer pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,516 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    188,516 miles
    Test number
    741093780986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail188,498 miles (+2,094)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,498 miles
    Test number
    679115472125
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass186,404 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    186,404 miles
    Test number
    513340071055
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Silencer pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail186,402 miles (+1,641)10 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,402 miles
    Test number
    131067595359
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Silencer pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass184,761 miles (+4)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    184,761 miles
    Test number
    389604936167
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes deteriorated resulting in slight movement

  6. Fail184,757 miles (+25)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,757 miles
    Test number
    134204117517
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack mounting bushes deteriorated resulting in slight movement

  7. Fail184,732 miles (+3,481)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,732 miles
    Test number
    430689155728
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  8. Pass181,251 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    181,251 miles
    Test number
    724408375310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail181,251 miles (+1,949)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,251 miles
    Test number
    353031136500
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass179,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    179,302 miles
    Test number
    573059401145
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on

  11. Fail179,300 miles (+3,990)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,300 miles
    Test number
    335101454677
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on

  12. Pass175,310 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    175,310 miles
    Test number
    256678389075
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail175,306 miles (+4,925)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,306 miles
    Test number
    702023951317
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass170,381 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    170,381 miles
    Test number
    556246014410
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail170,379 miles (+1,566)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,379 miles
    Test number
    985591299180
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass168,813 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    168,813 miles
    Test number
    342892316936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail168,803 miles (+11,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,803 miles
    Test number
    718438149065
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass157,560 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    157,560 miles
    Test number
    448374253129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass151,479 miles (+9,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    151,479 miles
    Test number
    319385872170
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass141,509 miles (+7,274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    141,509 miles
    Test number
    236367051182
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine rattles

  21. Pass134,235 miles (+11,956)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    134,235 miles
    Test number
    861421360180
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses poor condition
    • NotePlay in both steering rack inner joints

  22. Pass122,279 miles (+12,504)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    122,279 miles
    Test number
    254117279428
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear rear seats have been removed
    • NoteSteering rack rubber mountings weak

  23. Pass109,775 miles (+12,841)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    109,775 miles
    Test number
    844549778129
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteKnocking noise from engine

  24. Pass96,934 miles (+13,518)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    96,934 miles
    Test number
    582723177156
    • NoteCenter rear seatbelt removed
    • NoteExhaust front pipe mounting poor condition
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel to coulmn
    • NoteStonechips in windscreen

  25. Pass83,416 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    83,416 miles
    Test number
    632331786171
    • NoteCentre rear seat has had lap belt removed

Questions about T8 EKB

Does T8 EKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 EKB expired on 9 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 EKB?
The MOT on T8 EKB expired on 9 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 EKB done?
T8 EKB was recorded at 188,516 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2024, an average of 5,697 miles a year.
Has T8 EKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 EKB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T8 EKB 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 T8 EKB find?
T8 EKB passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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