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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

X741 FDVMOT history

X741 FDV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 233,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2026.

X741 FDV blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
233,003 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X741 FDV
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
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X741 FDV was last recorded at 233,003 miles on 30 Oct 2026, 1,215 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jul 2017: 209,018 miles, lower than 237,127 miles on 2 Aug 2016.

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
231,788 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,215 miles
Average per year
7,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,003 miles
  • 2025 – 231,788 miles
  • 2024 – 231,039 miles
  • 2023 – 229,759 miles
  • 2022 – 228,566 miles
  • 2021 – 225,510 miles
  • 2020 – 223,647 miles
  • 2019 – 219,449 miles
  • 2018 – 216,220 miles
  • 2017 – 209,018 miles
  • 2016 – 237,127 miles
  • 2015 – 221,300 miles
  • 2014 – 206,562 miles
  • 2013 – 191,149 miles
  • 2012 – 185,836 miles
  • 2011 – 173,372 miles
  • 2010 – 162,569 miles
  • 2009 – 143,187 miles
  • 2008 – 128,980 miles
  • 2007 – 115,724 miles
  • 2006 – 100,053 miles
  • 2005 – 83,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,003 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Both inner sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both outer sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,003 miles (+1,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    233,003 miles
    Test number
    640001814141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass231,788 miles (+749)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    231,788 miles
    Test number
    377392102769
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass231,039 miles (+1,280)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    231,039 miles
    Test number
    787601211681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer c.v. boot pin holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass229,759 miles (+1,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    229,759 miles
    Test number
    101944932063
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntercooler insecure

  5. Pass228,566 miles (+3,056)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    228,566 miles
    Test number
    718939148895
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing area corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass225,510 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    225,510 miles
    Test number
    968792250631
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail225,508 miles (+1,861)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,508 miles
    Test number
    785233693097
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.7 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass223,647 miles (+4,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    223,647 miles
    Test number
    438651700268
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass219,449 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    219,449 miles
    Test number
    725250160668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass216,220 miles (+7,202)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    216,220 miles
    Test number
    952785601393
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront w/arches rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass209,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    209,018 miles
    Test number
    961004392042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail209,018 miles (-28,109)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,018 miles
    Test number
    313393793483
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass237,127 miles (+15,827)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    237,127 miles
    Test number
    446781775481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass221,300 miles (+3)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    221,300 miles
    Test number
    198972615299
    • DangerousExhaust down pipe severly contaminated with oil
    • NoteNo seats fitted at time of inspection converted to carry dogs.
    • NoteSevere engine oil leak.

  15. Fail221,297 miles (+14,735)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,297 miles
    Test number
    565892305274
    • DangerousExhaust down pipe severly contaminated with oil
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNo seats fitted at time of inspection converted to carry dogs.
    • NoteSevere engine oil leak.

  16. Pass206,562 miles (+15,413)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    206,562 miles
    Test number
    236443904290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass191,149 miles (+5,313)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    191,149 miles
    Test number
    739663613273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass185,836 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    185,836 miles
    Test number
    619103722289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail185,834 miles (+12,462)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,834 miles
    Test number
    276390722200
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass173,372 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    173,372 miles
    Test number
    605754621279
    • NoteOnly five passenger seats fitted at time of test

  21. Fail173,372 miles (+10,803)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,372 miles
    Test number
    898653321245
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront number plate broken
    • NoteOnly five passenger seats fitted at time of test

  22. Pass162,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    162,569 miles
    Test number
    172360030257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail162,569 miles (+19,382)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,569 miles
    Test number
    460180430295
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass143,187 miles (+14,207)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    143,187 miles
    Test number
    313690739414
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail128,980 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,980 miles
    Test number
    333241538264
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass128,980 miles (+13,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    128,980 miles
    Test number
    564111338242
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass115,724 miles (+15,671)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    954795037261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,053 miles (+16,782)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    100,053 miles
    Test number
    800649226212
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  29. Pass83,271 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    83,271 miles
    Test number
    261310235296
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about X741 FDV

Does X741 FDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X741 FDV is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on X741 FDV?
The MOT on X741 FDV is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X741 FDV done?
X741 FDV was recorded at 233,003 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2026, an average of 7,063 miles a year.
Has X741 FDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X741 FDV has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on X741 FDV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X741 FDV find?
X741 FDV passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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