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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

X448 CTUMOT history

X448 CTU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 9 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 261,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

X448 CTU blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2026
Mileage
261,492 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X448 CTU
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
9 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X448 CTU was last recorded at 261,492 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 5,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,996 miles · 26 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,496 miles
Average per year
7,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 261,492 miles
  • 2023 – 255,996 miles
  • 2022 – 244,366 miles
  • 2021 – 230,344 miles
  • 2020 – 221,520 miles
  • 2019 – 220,855 miles
  • 2017 – 212,110 miles
  • 2016 – 210,151 miles
  • 2015 – 204,759 miles
  • 2014 – 201,043 miles
  • 2013 – 196,685 miles
  • 2012 – 190,251 miles
  • 2011 – 178,711 miles
  • 2010 – 167,085 miles
  • 2009 – 155,930 miles
  • 2008 – 146,935 miles
  • 2007 – 140,592 miles
  • 2006 – 127,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,492 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flxi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,492 miles (+5,496)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    261,492 miles
    Test number
    926493708648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass255,996 miles (+11,630)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    255,996 miles
    Test number
    557228316915
    • MinorAll position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass244,366 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    244,366 miles
    Test number
    657965204772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flxi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail244,365 miles (+14,021)2 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,365 miles
    Test number
    676240070657
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum back plate insecure (1.1.14 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSpare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flxi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass230,344 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    230,344 miles
    Test number
    369400610681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail230,344 miles (+8,824)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,344 miles
    Test number
    299156182270
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass221,520 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    221,520 miles
    Test number
    358347417006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass220,855 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    220,855 miles
    Test number
    981841178081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail220,839 miles (+8,729)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,839 miles
    Test number
    123684099860
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass212,110 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    212,110 miles
    Test number
    964227888392
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail212,110 miles (+1,959)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,110 miles
    Test number
    766384962740
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Both Rear Pipes To Flexible Pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Trailing Arm Mount (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Wheel Arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass210,151 miles (+5,392)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    210,151 miles
    Test number
    773571815888
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle rusty in places

  13. Pass204,759 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    204,759 miles
    Test number
    649170665103
    • NoteNearside front under sill rusted

  14. Fail204,759 miles (+3,716)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,759 miles
    Test number
    915186355164
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front under sill rusted

  15. Pass201,043 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    201,043 miles
    Test number
    656976574155
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail201,043 miles (+4,358)6 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,043 miles
    Test number
    116985874193
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass196,685 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    196,685 miles
    Test number
    197221033185
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail196,683 miles (+6,432)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,683 miles
    Test number
    636841723185
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass190,251 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    190,251 miles
    Test number
    295455742476
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Fail190,245 miles (+11,534)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,245 miles
    Test number
    236533642138
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Pass178,711 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    178,711 miles
    Test number
    596998431130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront discs worn

  22. Fail178,707 miles (+11,622)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,707 miles
    Test number
    419111631197
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront discs worn

  23. Pass167,085 miles (+217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    167,085 miles
    Test number
    784928440114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail166,868 miles (+10,938)2 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,868 miles
    Test number
    271371040137
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail155,930 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,930 miles
    Test number
    350089539109
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass155,930 miles (+8,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    155,930 miles
    Test number
    864479839165
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass146,935 miles (+6,343)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    146,935 miles
    Test number
    734633018188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass140,592 miles (+12,789)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    140,592 miles
    Test number
    834465117104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass127,803 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    127,803 miles
    Test number
    480860006167
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about X448 CTU

Does X448 CTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X448 CTU expired on 23 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X448 CTU?
The MOT on X448 CTU expired on 23 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X448 CTU done?
X448 CTU was recorded at 261,492 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 7,114 miles a year.
Has X448 CTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X448 CTU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on X448 CTU 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 X448 CTU find?
X448 CTU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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