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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

V689 DSEMOT history

V689 DSE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 19 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 255,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2023
Mileage
255,699 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V689 DSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
19 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V689 DSE was last recorded at 255,699 miles on 22 Sept 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Sept 2021: 248,581 miles, lower than 249,544 miles on 2 Sept 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
255,690 miles · 21 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
9,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 255,699 miles
  • 2021 – 248,581 miles
  • 2020 – 243,590 miles
  • 2019 – 235,341 miles
  • 2018 – 222,574 miles
  • 2015 – 221,685 miles
  • 2013 – 213,393 miles
  • 2012 – 196,148 miles
  • 2011 – 187,569 miles
  • 2010 – 175,147 miles
  • 2009 – 154,819 miles
  • 2008 – 134,882 miles
  • 2007 – 112,651 miles
  • 2006 – 102,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass255,699 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak engine area, only just met minimum MOT standardRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass255,699 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    255,699 miles
    Test number
    531524371146
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area, only just met minimum MOT standard

  2. Fail255,690 miles (+7,109)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,690 miles
    Test number
    827916305700
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area, only just met minimum MOT standard

  3. Pass248,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    248,581 miles
    Test number
    586947996997
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail248,581 miles (-963)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,581 miles
    Test number
    838924839538
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail249,544 miles (+67)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,544 miles
    Test number
    539663035583
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail249,477 miles (+5,887)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,477 miles
    Test number
    259564103203
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached swing axle bolt (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass243,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    243,590 miles
    Test number
    896256236845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail243,590 miles (+8,249)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,590 miles
    Test number
    437369121275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  9. Pass235,341 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    235,341 miles
    Test number
    110252169041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail235,333 miles (+12,759)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,333 miles
    Test number
    182123003352
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass222,574 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    222,574 miles
    Test number
    322729694246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail222,574 miles (+889)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,574 miles
    Test number
    464417279750
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass221,685 miles (+8,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    221,685 miles
    Test number
    838344923831
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass213,393 miles (+17,245)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    213,393 miles
    Test number
    147043413241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass196,148 miles (+8,579)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    196,148 miles
    Test number
    906690222262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass187,569 miles (+12,422)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    187,569 miles
    Test number
    385833821454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass175,147 miles (+20,328)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    175,147 miles
    Test number
    691528920257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass154,819 miles (+710)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    154,819 miles
    Test number
    312550269405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  19. Fail154,109 miles (+19,227)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,109 miles
    Test number
    732862559254
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  20. Pass134,882 miles (+718)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    134,882 miles
    Test number
    392274558201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail134,164 miles (+21,513)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,164 miles
    Test number
    911295348253
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass112,651 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    112,651 miles
    Test number
    704207047210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail112,035 miles (+1,016)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,035 miles
    Test number
    293020747215
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass111,019 miles (+8,834)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    111,019 miles
    Test number
    104090687195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipes some corrosion

  25. Pass102,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    102,185 miles
    Test number
    723193876105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V689 DSE

Does V689 DSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V689 DSE expired on 21 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V689 DSE?
The MOT on V689 DSE expired on 21 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V689 DSE done?
V689 DSE was recorded at 255,699 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2022, an average of 9,446 miles a year.
Has V689 DSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V689 DSE has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V689 DSE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Sept 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V689 DSE find?
V689 DSE passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak engine area, only just met minimum mot standard.

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