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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver and Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,792 cc

V6 BUSMOT history

V6 BUS is a silver and grey petrol Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 22 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

V6 BUS silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
85,745 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 BUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 BUS was last recorded at 85,745 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,741 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,745 miles
  • 2025 – 85,604 miles
  • 2024 – 85,342 miles
  • 2023 – 85,179 miles
  • 2022 – 84,959 miles
  • 2021 – 84,783 miles
  • 2020 – 84,659 miles
  • 2019 – 84,168 miles
  • 2018 – 83,674 miles
  • 2017 – 83,287 miles
  • 2016 – 82,725 miles
  • 2014 – 82,277 miles
  • 2013 – 77,513 miles
  • 2012 – 72,462 miles
  • 2011 – 68,961 miles
  • 2010 – 67,696 miles
  • 2008 – 63,335 miles
  • 2007 – 56,892 miles
  • 2006 – 47,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,745 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective All. (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,745 miles (+4)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    85,745 miles
    Test number
    170604776538
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective All. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail85,741 miles (+137)1 dangerous3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,741 miles
    Test number
    531663778990
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective All. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass85,604 miles (+262)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,604 miles
    Test number
    427533167392
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Corrosion Under Car
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Shock Mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass85,342 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,342 miles
    Test number
    138304384264
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail85,342 miles (+163)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,342 miles
    Test number
    918422277640
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Both. (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass85,179 miles (+220)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,179 miles
    Test number
    997291720749
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and its components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryStonechips to windscreen.

  7. Pass84,959 miles (+176)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,959 miles
    Test number
    399216057611
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre valve perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre valve perished
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass84,783 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,783 miles
    Test number
    939552848430
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail84,783 miles (+124)2 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,783 miles
    Test number
    968580471125
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass84,659 miles (+491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,659 miles
    Test number
    655251490988
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass84,168 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,168 miles
    Test number
    865695186334
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  12. Fail84,153 miles (+479)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,153 miles
    Test number
    875872070815
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  13. Pass83,674 miles (+387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,674 miles
    Test number
    920923547876
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass83,287 miles (+562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,287 miles
    Test number
    923732119759
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (7.1.2)

  15. Pass82,725 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,725 miles
    Test number
    946021411211
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  16. Fail82,703 miles (+426)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,703 miles
    Test number
    253969422963
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Pass82,277 miles (+4,764)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    82,277 miles
    Test number
    436623164346
    • NoteLight scoring to windscreen
    • NoteOffside front tyre underinflated

  18. Pass77,513 miles (+5,051)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,513 miles
    Test number
    998576513328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,462 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    72,462 miles
    Test number
    816421432371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,961 miles (+1,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,961 miles
    Test number
    876312831306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass67,696 miles (+1,082)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    67,696 miles
    Test number
    903930230344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,614 miles (+3,279)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,614 miles
    Test number
    722512430046
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn

  23. Fail63,335 miles1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,335 miles
    Test number
    704976368259
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Pass63,335 miles (+6,443)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,335 miles
    Test number
    823166568272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly damaged on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass56,892 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,892 miles
    Test number
    271772067469
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail56,892 miles (+9,635)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,892 miles
    Test number
    702942967158
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass47,257 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    47,257 miles
    Test number
    333675136061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V6 BUS

Does V6 BUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 BUS is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 BUS?
The MOT on V6 BUS is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 BUS done?
V6 BUS was recorded at 85,745 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 1,925 miles a year.
Has V6 BUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 BUS has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V6 BUS 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 V6 BUS find?
V6 BUS passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside rear rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective all., and 4 more.

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