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Volkswagen Caravelle

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y214 LAPMOT history

Y214 LAP is a silver diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 23 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 168,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

Y214 LAP silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
168,894 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y214 LAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y214 LAP was last recorded at 168,894 miles on 22 May 2026, 692 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jan 2015: 120,294 miles, lower than 318,196 miles on 30 Jan 2014.

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
168,202 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
692 miles
Average per year
4,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,894 miles
  • 2025 – 168,202 miles
  • 2024 – 166,879 miles
  • 2023 – 164,391 miles
  • 2022 – 162,631 miles
  • 2021 – 161,530 miles
  • 2020 – 160,957 miles
  • 2019 – 156,488 miles
  • 2018 – 146,884 miles
  • 2017 – 133,307 miles
  • 2016 – 126,450 miles
  • 2015 – 120,294 miles
  • 2014 – 318,196 miles
  • 2013 – 317,355 miles
  • 2012 – 317,355 miles
  • 2011 – 314,517 miles
  • 2005 – 79,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,894 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,894 miles (+692)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    168,894 miles
    Test number
    322133068927
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass168,202 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    168,202 miles
    Test number
    983604225018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail168,197 miles (+1,318)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,197 miles
    Test number
    938986866515
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass166,879 miles (+2,488)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    166,879 miles
    Test number
    868198262303
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass164,391 miles (+16)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    164,391 miles
    Test number
    621292736437
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner out sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper reinforce corroded
  6. Fail164,375 miles (+1,744)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,375 miles
    Test number
    379052867252
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing belt missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing belt missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front inner wing coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner /outter sill inner arch coroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch/outter sill inner sill coroded
    • 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 inner sill /member by arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass162,631 miles (+1,101)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    162,631 miles
    Test number
    405689100724
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  8. Pass161,530 miles (+9)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    161,530 miles
    Test number
    358341267881
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes from load valve to flexible hoses. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to calliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill to floor corroded NOT with in prescribe area.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper,handbrake lever NOT returning to stop.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible hose to junction box. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to calliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support beam rotten.
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat.
    • AdvisoryUnder side rust.
  9. Fail161,521 miles (+564)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,521 miles
    Test number
    233244198523
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch to floor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes from load valve to flexible hoses. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to calliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill to floor corroded NOT with in prescribe area.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper,handbrake lever NOT returning to stop.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible hose to junction box. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to calliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper support beam rotten.
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat.
    • AdvisoryUnder side rust.
  10. Pass160,957 miles (+4,469)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    160,957 miles
    Test number
    442613596316
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp reflector deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded but not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryStone chips to windscreen
  11. Pass156,488 miles (+360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    156,488 miles
    Test number
    103251911962
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail156,128 miles (+9,244)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,128 miles
    Test number
    264732564971
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass146,884 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    146,884 miles
    Test number
    975551840044
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Fail146,873 miles (+13,566)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,873 miles
    Test number
    166042249842
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass133,307 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    133,307 miles
    Test number
    215837097921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre poor condition
  16. Fail133,296 miles (+6,846)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,296 miles
    Test number
    326258573883
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre poor condition
  17. Pass126,450 miles (+6,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    126,450 miles
    Test number
    815918102522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  18. Pass120,294 miles (-197,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    120,294 miles
    Test number
    139635215427
    • NoteFront exhaust section slight blow
  19. Pass318,196 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    318,196 miles
    Test number
    488300634077
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner sidewall has splits
  20. Fail318,196 miles (+841)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    318,196 miles
    Test number
    918430834084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner sidewall has splits
  21. Pass317,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    317,355 miles
    Test number
    367084703006
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Fail317,355 miles (+2,838)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    317,355 miles
    Test number
    859316752310
    • FailureOffside 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  23. Pass314,517 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    314,517 miles
    Test number
    486457251480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  24. Fail314,517 miles (+235,359)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    314,517 miles
    Test number
    775951151311
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  25. Pass79,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    79,158 miles
    Test number
    850359715317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y214 LAP

Does Y214 LAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y214 LAP is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y214 LAP?
The MOT on Y214 LAP is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y214 LAP done?
Y214 LAP was recorded at 168,894 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,374 miles a year.
Has Y214 LAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y214 LAP has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y214 LAP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jan 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y214 LAP find?
Y214 LAP passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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