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Volkswagen Caravelle

Grey · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

V69 RDNMOT history

V69 RDN is a grey diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 21 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 213,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

V69 RDN grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
213,147 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
8,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V69 RDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V69 RDN was last recorded at 213,147 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,144 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,147 miles
  • 2025 – 206,373 miles
  • 2024 – 200,294 miles
  • 2023 – 193,634 miles
  • 2022 – 185,808 miles
  • 2021 – 177,252 miles
  • 2020 – 170,165 miles
  • 2019 – 157,607 miles
  • 2018 – 144,560 miles
  • 2017 – 131,424 miles
  • 2016 – 118,559 miles
  • 2015 – 108,230 miles
  • 2014 – 98,737 miles
  • 2013 – 90,461 miles
  • 2012 – 82,924 miles
  • 2011 – 74,953 miles
  • 2010 – 67,694 miles
  • 2009 – 60,838 miles
  • 2008 – 55,011 miles
  • 2007 – 48,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,147 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front jacking point corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,147 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    213,147 miles
    Test number
    358047078132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail213,144 miles (+6,771)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,144 miles
    Test number
    370995155480
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (sill panel) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (sill panel) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass206,373 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    206,373 miles
    Test number
    692402478507
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail206,373 miles (+6,079)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,373 miles
    Test number
    247680902053
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass200,294 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    200,294 miles
    Test number
    576407336227
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail200,294 miles (+6,660)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,294 miles
    Test number
    853251425418
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass193,634 miles (+7,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    193,634 miles
    Test number
    208294239171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cab step and wheel arch slight corossion

  8. Pass185,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    185,808 miles
    Test number
    206623503605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,808 miles (+8,556)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,808 miles
    Test number
    539315826114
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass177,252 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    177,252 miles
    Test number
    123379795594
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail177,252 miles (+7,087)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,252 miles
    Test number
    637379750829
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass170,165 miles (+12,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    170,165 miles
    Test number
    153749925427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass157,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,607 miles
    Test number
    959801427287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail157,607 miles (+13,047)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,607 miles
    Test number
    868088482918
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass144,560 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,560 miles
    Test number
    200176860064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail144,560 miles (+13,136)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,560 miles
    Test number
    149869555372
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass131,424 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    131,424 miles
    Test number
    485351100623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail131,417 miles (+12,858)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,417 miles
    Test number
    345864483953
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass118,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,559 miles
    Test number
    590390748498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail118,559 miles (+10,329)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,559 miles
    Test number
    921654077090
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass108,230 miles (+9,493)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    108,230 miles
    Test number
    889942625025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass98,737 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    98,737 miles
    Test number
    509341434012
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  23. Fail98,737 miles (+8,276)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,737 miles
    Test number
    105550334433
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  24. Pass90,461 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    90,461 miles
    Test number
    707199823062
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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. Fail90,461 miles (+7,537)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,461 miles
    Test number
    895568723023
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  26. Pass82,924 miles (+7,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,924 miles
    Test number
    148800632048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass74,953 miles (+7,259)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,953 miles
    Test number
    199019611069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,694 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,694 miles
    Test number
    172965820406
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow oil warning lamp on
    • NoteSlight movement in top steering column bearing
    • NoteTow bar fitted to rear of vehicle points which seem to be of thin gauge

  29. Fail67,690 miles (+3)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    910722820047
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow oil warning lamp on
    • NoteSlight movement in top steering column bearing
    • NoteTow bar fitted to rear of vehicle points which seem to be of thin gauge

  30. Fail67,687 miles (+6,849)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,687 miles
    Test number
    440741620000
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTow bar fitted to rear of vehicle points which seem to be of thin gauge
    • NoteLow oil warning lamp on, emissions not tested

  31. Pass60,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    430361929063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail60,838 miles (+5,827)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,838 miles
    Test number
    113901529094
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  33. Pass55,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,011 miles
    Test number
    343455528029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail55,011 miles (+6,105)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,011 miles
    Test number
    660955028036
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  35. Pass48,906 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    593733037044
    • NoteFront handbrake cable starting to fray
    • NoteNear side wiper blade smearing

Questions about V69 RDN

Does V69 RDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V69 RDN is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V69 RDN?
The MOT on V69 RDN is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V69 RDN done?
V69 RDN was recorded at 213,147 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 8,644 miles a year.
Has V69 RDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V69 RDN has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V69 RDN 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 V69 RDN find?
V69 RDN passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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