
Volkswagen Caravelle
Red · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc
X453 NJOMOT history
X453 NJO is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 184,632 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 11 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 184,632 mi
- At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 20 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 3,889 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X453 NJO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Caravelle
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,461 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 22 Sept 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 12 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X453 NJO was last recorded at 184,632 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 1,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 182,898 miles · 11 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,734 miles
- Average per year
- 3,889 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 184,632 miles
- 2025 – 182,898 miles
- 2024 – 180,782 miles
- 2023 – 178,495 miles
- 2022 – 178,495 miles
- 2021 – 175,018 miles
- 2020 – 172,668 miles
- 2019 – 169,538 miles
- 2018 – 163,144 miles
- 2017 – 157,991 miles
- 2016 – 157,158 miles
- 2015 – 153,781 miles
- 2014 – 150,663 miles
- 2013 – 144,343 miles
- 2011 – 137,268 miles
- 2009 – 127,142 miles
- 2008 – 121,938 miles
- 2007 – 116,552 miles
- 2006 – 109,543 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased/waxed (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside outer sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/wheel arch corroded and holed - not within prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
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.
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs lipped
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexis perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front brake pipes corroding and greased
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
30 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass184,632 miles (+1,734)3 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 184,632 miles
- Test number
- 536038103302
- MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased/waxed (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside outer sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/wheel arch corroded and holed - not within prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Pass182,898 miles2 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 182,898 miles
- Test number
- 308189669400
- MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside inner gaiters (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexis perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front brake pipes corroding and greased (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and rear brake pipes waxed (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front outer sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill /wheel arch corroded/holed - not within prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
Fail182,898 miles (+2,116)1 major2 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,898 miles
- Test number
- 221928620220
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside and offside inner gaiters (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexis perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front brake pipes corroding and greased (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and rear brake pipes waxed (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside front outer sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill /wheel arch corroded/holed - not within prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
Pass180,782 miles (+2,287)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 180,782 miles
- Test number
- 733760221210
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both inners and outers (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside front inner sill corroded and holed
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass178,495 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 178,495 miles
- Test number
- 319831572441
- AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside front sill corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Fail178,495 miles (+3,477)6 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,495 miles
- Test number
- 218852563668
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Pass175,018 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 175,018 miles
- Test number
- 302289160944
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Fail175,018 miles (+2,350)5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,018 miles
- Test number
- 728964849106
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Pass172,668 miles (+3,130)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 172,668 miles
- Test number
- 280367772204
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryWashers poorly adjusted
Pass169,538 miles (+6,394)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 169,538 miles
- Test number
- 119782411042
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 stone chips in zone " b" (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill to floor corroded and holed but just outside prescribed area.
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass163,144 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 163,144 miles
- Test number
- 151193264482
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail163,144 miles (+5,153)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,144 miles
- Test number
- 206896753987
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass157,991 miles (+833)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 157,991 miles
- Test number
- 895219882673
- AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass157,158 miles (+3,377)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 157,158 miles
- Test number
- 801029087641
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass153,781 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 153,781 miles
- Test number
- 122745328576
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryGear box oil leaking
- AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail153,781 miles (+3,118)2 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,781 miles
- Test number
- 619929506780
- FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryGear box oil leaking
- AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass150,663 miles (+7)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 150,663 miles
- Test number
- 356797384224
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn inner edge
- NoteSlight windscreen chip
Fail150,656 miles (+6,313)3 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 150,656 miles
- Test number
- 826942284256
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteO/s/f tyre worn inner edge
- NoteSlight windscreen chip
Pass144,343 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 144,343 miles
- Test number
- 448181583235
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail144,343 miles (+1,496)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,343 miles
- Test number
- 295031783219
- FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass142,847 miles7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 142,847 miles
- Test number
- 169509803492
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteNail in rear tyre
Fail142,847 miles (+5,579)1 dangerous7 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,847 miles
- Test number
- 145838203402
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteNail in rear tyre
Pass137,268 miles (+4,319)3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 137,268 miles
- Test number
- 888685351307
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
Pass132,949 miles (+5,807)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2012
- Odometer
- 132,949 miles
- Test number
- 365363811006
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Pass127,142 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 127,142 miles
- Test number
- 521633419378
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteOil leak
Fail127,132 miles (+5,194)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,132 miles
- Test number
- 742303119310
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteOil leak
Pass121,938 miles (+5,386)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 121,938 miles
- Test number
- 824772608312
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail116,552 miles1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 116,552 miles
- Test number
- 602770507394
- Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass116,552 miles (+7,009)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 116,552 miles
- Test number
- 660530407342
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass109,543 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2007
- Odometer
- 109,543 miles
- Test number
- 103974966238
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about X453 NJO
- Does X453 NJO currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X453 NJO is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X453 NJO?
- The MOT on X453 NJO is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has X453 NJO done?
- X453 NJO was recorded at 184,632 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,889 miles a year.
- Has X453 NJO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X453 NJO has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on X453 NJO 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 X453 NJO find?
- X453 NJO passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 10 more.
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