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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y261 KNEMOT history

Y261 KNE is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 5 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 302,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

Y261 KNE red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
302,784 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 KNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 KNE was last recorded at 302,784 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 2,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2014: 125,953 miles, lower than 252,059 miles on 17 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
300,282 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,502 miles
Average per year
6,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 302,784 miles
  • 2024 – 300,282 miles
  • 2023 – 296,989 miles
  • 2022 – 293,048 miles
  • 2021 – 288,693 miles
  • 2020 – 284,639 miles
  • 2019 – 283,680 miles
  • 2018 – 280,758 miles
  • 2017 – 277,718 miles
  • 2016 – 272,324 miles
  • 2015 – 268,470 miles
  • 2014 – 261,013 miles
  • 2013 – 252,059 miles
  • 2012 – 240,569 miles
  • 2011 – 226,259 miles
  • 2010 – 212,034 miles
  • 2009 – 200,656 miles
  • 2008 – 191,202 miles
  • 2007 – 178,939 miles
  • 2006 – 167,314 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass302,784 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass302,784 miles (+2,502)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    302,784 miles
    Test number
    844088501091
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass300,282 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    300,282 miles
    Test number
    315759910222
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake effort reading low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail300,265 miles (+3,276)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    300,265 miles
    Test number
    534846310864
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction items hanging from rear view mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake effort reading low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass296,989 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    296,989 miles
    Test number
    246576751155
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail296,989 miles (+3,941)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    296,989 miles
    Test number
    226842340207
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass293,048 miles (+4,355)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    293,048 miles
    Test number
    134601674172
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass288,693 miles (+4,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    288,693 miles
    Test number
    887266495025
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass284,639 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    284,639 miles
    Test number
    881121338340
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both centre/ front outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear outer sills

  9. Fail284,635 miles (+955)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,635 miles
    Test number
    257317928066
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both centre/ front outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear outer sills
    • AdvisoryNearside rear service brake effort lowv

  10. Pass283,680 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    283,680 miles
    Test number
    237219480426
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s & n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail283,679 miles (+2,921)1 dangerous2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,679 miles
    Test number
    295216716823
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing out of shape
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s & n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass280,758 miles (+72)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    280,758 miles
    Test number
    735318636006
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Fail280,686 miles (+2,968)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,686 miles
    Test number
    258917920812
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass277,718 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    277,718 miles
    Test number
    209957822941
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded center (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail277,718 miles (+5,394)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,718 miles
    Test number
    719617686122
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded center (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass272,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    272,324 miles
    Test number
    789728478750
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Fail272,324 miles (+3,854)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,324 miles
    Test number
    686294962664
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass268,470 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    268,470 miles
    Test number
    318284646817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play inner steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail268,470 miles (+7,457)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,470 miles
    Test number
    996231100166
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner steering rack (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play inner steering rack (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass261,013 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    261,013 miles
    Test number
    165602494168
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f track rod inner steering joint
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f track rod inner steering joint

  21. Fail261,013 miles4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,013 miles
    Test number
    595990094118
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f track rod inner steering joint
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f track rod inner steering joint

  22. Pass125,953 miles (-126,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    125,953 miles
    Test number
    726580294128
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass252,059 miles (+11,490)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    252,059 miles
    Test number
    919267703116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail240,569 miles5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,569 miles
    Test number
    437307482019
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass240,569 miles (+14,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    240,569 miles
    Test number
    826426882097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass226,259 miles (+42)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    226,259 miles
    Test number
    118027081459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  27. Fail226,217 miles (+14,183)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,217 miles
    Test number
    206184081068
    • DangerousOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  28. Pass212,034 miles (+11,378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    212,034 miles
    Test number
    223274180003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass200,656 miles (+9,454)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    200,656 miles
    Test number
    502950599051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass191,202 miles (+12,263)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    191,202 miles
    Test number
    684768088078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass178,939 miles (+11,625)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    178,939 miles
    Test number
    100857487046
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Pass167,314 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    167,314 miles
    Test number
    624886386038
    • NoteFront off side alloy wheel and tyre changed, and steel wheel fit

  33. Fail167,314 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,314 miles
    Test number
    233526386062
    • FailureCentre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • NoteMetal brake pipe between flexi and calliper has slight corrosion.

Questions about Y261 KNE

Does Y261 KNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y261 KNE is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y261 KNE?
The MOT on Y261 KNE is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y261 KNE done?
Y261 KNE was recorded at 302,784 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 6,899 miles a year.
Has Y261 KNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 KNE has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y261 KNE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y261 KNE find?
Y261 KNE passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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