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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,461 cc

X789 HBYMOT history

X789 HBY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 5 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 327,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
327,348 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X789 HBY
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
5 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X789 HBY was last recorded at 327,348 miles on 16 Sept 2025, 5,745 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
321,603 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5,745 miles
Average per year
15,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 327,348 miles
  • 2024 – 321,603 miles
  • 2023 – 308,104 miles
  • 2022 – 279,600 miles
  • 2021 – 260,532 miles
  • 2020 – 238,447 miles
  • 2019 – 219,670 miles
  • 2018 – 175,862 miles
  • 2017 – 154,214 miles
  • 2016 – 121,612 miles
  • 2015 – 93,812 miles
  • 2014 – 89,836 miles
  • 2013 – 81,438 miles
  • 2012 – 76,730 miles
  • 2011 – 71,838 miles
  • 2010 – 69,138 miles
  • 2009 – 67,037 miles
  • 2008 – 52,774 miles
  • 2007 – 46,171 miles
  • 2006 – 37,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass327,348 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s off/s front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass327,348 miles (+5,745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    327,348 miles
    Test number
    301164131277
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/s off/s front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass321,603 miles (+13,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    321,603 miles
    Test number
    999314192829
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass308,104 miles (+28,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    308,104 miles
    Test number
    660260227757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass279,600 miles (+19,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    279,600 miles
    Test number
    294235662274
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass260,532 miles (+22,085)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    260,532 miles
    Test number
    785458259603
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass238,447 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    238,447 miles
    Test number
    514029300837
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail238,447 miles (+18,777)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,447 miles
    Test number
    154892291324
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass219,670 miles (+417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    219,670 miles
    Test number
    656632303541
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail219,253 miles (+43,391)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,253 miles
    Test number
    413674456567
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass175,862 miles (+21,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    175,862 miles
    Test number
    666409698415
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass154,214 miles (+32,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    154,214 miles
    Test number
    155837583733
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass121,612 miles (+27,800)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    121,612 miles
    Test number
    872691721708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,812 miles (+3,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,812 miles
    Test number
    546720311214
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack play

  14. Pass89,836 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,836 miles
    Test number
    358106274242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,801 miles (+8,363)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,801 miles
    Test number
    358948264472
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded.

  16. Pass81,438 miles (+4,708)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,438 miles
    Test number
    935736663211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,730 miles (+4,892)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,730 miles
    Test number
    625888162260
    • 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)
    • NoteCam belt due

  18. Pass71,838 miles (+2,700)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    525955961205
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCam belt due

  19. Pass69,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,138 miles
    Test number
    311659460230
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

  20. Fail69,138 miles (+2,101)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,138 miles
    Test number
    364799260424
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

  21. Fail67,037 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,037 miles
    Test number
    461558469288
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass67,037 miles (+14,263)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,037 miles
    Test number
    632428769247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,774 miles (+6,603)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,774 miles
    Test number
    821179968287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,171 miles (+8,328)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,171 miles
    Test number
    123284567244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,843 miles
    Test number
    100129566299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X789 HBY

Does X789 HBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X789 HBY expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X789 HBY?
The MOT on X789 HBY expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X789 HBY done?
X789 HBY was recorded at 327,348 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2025, an average of 15,259 miles a year.
Has X789 HBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X789 HBY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on X789 HBY 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 X789 HBY find?
X789 HBY passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s off/s front; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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