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Volkswagen Caravelle

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,460 cc

V1 GKMMOT history

V1 GKM is a black diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 7 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 138,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,483 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 GKM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 GKM was last recorded at 138,483 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 2,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,544 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,939 miles
Average per year
6,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,483 miles
  • 2025 – 135,544 miles
  • 2024 – 131,728 miles
  • 2023 – 128,748 miles
  • 2022 – 124,758 miles
  • 2021 – 122,305 miles
  • 2020 – 119,320 miles
  • 2019 – 113,605 miles
  • 2018 – 103,662 miles
  • 2017 – 96,904 miles
  • 2016 – 88,372 miles
  • 2015 – 80,432 miles
  • 2014 – 67,153 miles
  • 2013 – 58,116 miles
  • 2012 – 39,376 miles
  • 2011 – 37,463 miles
  • 2010 – 30,937 miles
  • 2008 – 23,741 miles
  • 2007 – 9,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,483 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Central exhaust box deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,483 miles (+2,939)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,483 miles
    Test number
    636874930936
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass135,544 miles (+3,816)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    135,544 miles
    Test number
    588453345717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass131,728 miles (+2,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,728 miles
    Test number
    557023003207
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass128,748 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,748 miles
    Test number
    697718636434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,758 miles (+2,453)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    124,758 miles
    Test number
    525609730740
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes have surface rust at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass122,305 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    122,305 miles
    Test number
    967322255047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,320 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    119,320 miles
    Test number
    222170812351
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on nearside outer sill area.front section holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes

  8. Fail119,320 miles (+5,715)1 dangerous1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,320 miles
    Test number
    127112047209
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on nearside outer sill area.front section holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes

  9. Pass113,605 miles (+7)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,605 miles
    Test number
    514200863133
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  10. Fail113,598 miles (+9,936)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,598 miles
    Test number
    695485586194
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit .6 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMovement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  11. Pass103,662 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,662 miles
    Test number
    215449824030
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust boxes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on front subframe
    • AdvisoryMovement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  12. Fail103,662 miles (+6,758)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,662 miles
    Test number
    706752233218
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer sill corroded and holed but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryCenter and rear exhaust boxes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on front subframe
    • AdvisoryMovement in offside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear brake pipes corroded

  13. Pass96,904 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    96,904 miles
    Test number
    970743612151
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside and nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust box deteriorated

  14. Fail96,904 miles (+8,532)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,904 miles
    Test number
    261683549251
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall.225/45/18 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt offside and nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust box deteriorated

  15. Pass88,372 miles (+7,940)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,372 miles
    Test number
    219253147228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,432 miles
    Test number
    610639182882
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check nearside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

  17. Fail80,430 miles (+13,277)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,430 miles
    Test number
    888846529323
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers not tested due to washers on working (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check nearside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

  18. Pass67,153 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,153 miles
    Test number
    247816144263
    • NoteDetachable tow bar not fitted at time of test
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  19. Fail67,153 miles (+9,037)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,153 miles
    Test number
    138306044243
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteDetachable tow bar not fitted at time of test
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  20. Pass58,116 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,116 miles
    Test number
    475873513267
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail58,116 miles (+826)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,116 miles
    Test number
    906273413276
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass57,290 miles (+17,914)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,290 miles
    Test number
    956124973066
    • NoteFront tyres worn smooth on edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass39,376 miles (+1,913)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,376 miles
    Test number
    167319602452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,463 miles
    Test number
    839742381087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,463 miles (+6,526)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,463 miles
    Test number
    139672181028
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass30,937 miles (+7,196)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,937 miles
    Test number
    714854280041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,741 miles (+5,571)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,741 miles
    Test number
    924382618317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,170 miles (+8,417)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,170 miles
    Test number
    343631428136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    9,753 miles
    Test number
    173222307357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V1 GKM

Does V1 GKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 GKM is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 GKM?
The MOT on V1 GKM is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 GKM done?
V1 GKM was recorded at 138,483 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 6,819 miles a year.
Has V1 GKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 GKM has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on V1 GKM 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 V1 GKM find?
V1 GKM passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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