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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,461 cc

T981 AFCMOT history

T981 AFC is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 251,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
251,303 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 AFC
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
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 AFC was last recorded at 251,303 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 9,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,654 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,649 miles
Average per year
7,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 251,303 miles
  • 2025 – 241,654 miles
  • 2024 – 228,003 miles
  • 2023 – 226,617 miles
  • 2022 – 224,652 miles
  • 2021 – 221,963 miles
  • 2020 – 219,222 miles
  • 2019 – 214,908 miles
  • 2018 – 210,735 miles
  • 2017 – 205,441 miles
  • 2016 – 198,166 miles
  • 2015 – 189,532 miles
  • 2014 – 179,630 miles
  • 2013 – 171,387 miles
  • 2012 – 161,528 miles
  • 2011 – 151,387 miles
  • 2010 – 143,341 miles
  • 2009 – 131,747 miles
  • 2008 – 118,456 miles
  • 2007 – 104,226 miles
  • 2006 – 90,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,303 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Shields limiting inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Inner both steering arm ball joint have sleight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,303 miles (+9,649)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    251,303 miles
    Test number
    576298470350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass241,654 miles (+13,651)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    241,654 miles
    Test number
    403767599411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass228,003 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    228,003 miles
    Test number
    645938518478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass226,617 miles (+1,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    226,617 miles
    Test number
    102226239506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass224,652 miles (+2,689)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    224,652 miles
    Test number
    323232449477
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass221,963 miles (+2,741)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    221,963 miles
    Test number
    234271313114
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass219,222 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    219,222 miles
    Test number
    852920577533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass214,908 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    214,908 miles
    Test number
    948780712994
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  9. Fail214,906 miles (+4,171)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,906 miles
    Test number
    421602972410
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  10. Pass210,735 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    210,735 miles
    Test number
    441172856141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass205,441 miles (+7,275)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    205,441 miles
    Test number
    712543209810
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear mains (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass198,166 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    198,166 miles
    Test number
    885361900329
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner both steering arm ball joint have sleight play

  13. Fail198,166 miles (+8,634)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,166 miles
    Test number
    945871356075
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner both steering arm ball joint have sleight play

  14. Pass189,532 miles (+9,902)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    189,532 miles
    Test number
    786820795099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass179,630 miles (+8,243)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    179,630 miles
    Test number
    586481404194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass171,387 miles (+9,859)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    171,387 miles
    Test number
    616255803172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass161,528 miles (+10,141)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    161,528 miles
    Test number
    148761582462
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  18. Pass151,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    151,387 miles
    Test number
    179154981441
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail151,387 miles (+8,046)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,387 miles
    Test number
    549424581059
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass143,341 miles (+11,594)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    143,341 miles
    Test number
    292136690075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,747 miles (+13,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    131,747 miles
    Test number
    340729599037
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass118,456 miles (+14,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,456 miles
    Test number
    264621408137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass104,226 miles (+13,443)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    104,226 miles
    Test number
    301893907105
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  24. Pass90,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    90,783 miles
    Test number
    502523106169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T981 AFC

Does T981 AFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 AFC is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 AFC?
The MOT on T981 AFC is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 AFC done?
T981 AFC was recorded at 251,303 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 7,915 miles a year.
Has T981 AFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 AFC has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T981 AFC 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 T981 AFC find?
T981 AFC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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