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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y297 DWLMOT history

Y297 DWL is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 11 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 215,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

Y297 DWL green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
215,366 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 DWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 DWL was last recorded at 215,366 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,128 miles · 25 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
238 miles
Average per year
6,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,366 miles
  • 2025 – 206,959 miles
  • 2024 – 203,329 miles
  • 2023 – 187,627 miles
  • 2022 – 179,922 miles
  • 2021 – 169,075 miles
  • 2020 – 160,077 miles
  • 2019 – 159,618 miles
  • 2018 – 155,341 miles
  • 2017 – 150,157 miles
  • 2016 – 146,599 miles
  • 2015 – 139,615 miles
  • 2014 – 133,375 miles
  • 2013 – 126,527 miles
  • 2012 – 116,482 miles
  • 2011 – 107,169 miles
  • 2010 – 100,094 miles
  • 2009 – 93,275 miles
  • 2008 – 88,124 miles
  • 2007 – 82,471 miles
  • 2006 – 75,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,366 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

34 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,366 miles (+238)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    215,366 miles
    Test number
    839276343597
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail215,128 miles (+8,169)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,128 miles
    Test number
    850275713754
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass206,959 miles (+203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    206,959 miles
    Test number
    429830280864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail206,756 miles (+3,427)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,756 miles
    Test number
    249382729699
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,329 miles (+15,702)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    203,329 miles
    Test number
    837786104255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass187,627 miles (+341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    187,627 miles
    Test number
    445909309632
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail187,286 miles (+7,364)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,286 miles
    Test number
    541053507992
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass179,922 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    179,922 miles
    Test number
    656635518892
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail179,917 miles (+10,842)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,917 miles
    Test number
    442057927978
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass169,075 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    169,075 miles
    Test number
    934871992644
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail169,075 miles (+8,998)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,075 miles
    Test number
    698854462884
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing rear (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass160,077 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    160,077 miles
    Test number
    791835013609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass159,618 miles (+4,277)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    159,618 miles
    Test number
    652231741766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass155,341 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    155,341 miles
    Test number
    685079530999
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills getting rusty

  15. Fail155,328 miles (+5,171)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,328 miles
    Test number
    955760819727
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills getting rusty

  16. Pass150,157 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    150,157 miles
    Test number
    483799963147
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail150,156 miles (+3,557)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,156 miles
    Test number
    784848271728
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass146,599 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    146,599 miles
    Test number
    848118220312
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play X2 INNER STEERING JOINTS (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated X2 AND CHAFED NSF/OSF (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded X2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail146,597 miles (+6,982)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,597 miles
    Test number
    750426276685
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc SPLIT (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play X2 INNER STEERING JOINTS (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated X2 AND CHAFED NSF/OSF (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded X2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass139,615 miles (+6,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,615 miles
    Test number
    499404655121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass133,375 miles (+6,848)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    133,375 miles
    Test number
    605957454151
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass126,527 miles (+10,045)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    126,527 miles
    Test number
    389345763183
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass116,482 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    116,482 miles
    Test number
    416273362190
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged but unable to see cords

  24. Fail116,482 miles (+9,313)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,482 miles
    Test number
    907173562161
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged but unable to see cords

  25. Pass107,169 miles (+7,075)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    107,169 miles
    Test number
    355451861110
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteTracking

  26. Pass100,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    100,094 miles
    Test number
    290697960435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,088 miles (+6,813)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,088 miles
    Test number
    601627660150
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  28. Pass93,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    93,275 miles
    Test number
    243963459128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail93,273 miles (+5,149)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,273 miles
    Test number
    663673259159
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  30. Pass88,124 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    88,124 miles
    Test number
    644618458141
    • 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)

  31. Fail88,124 miles (+5,653)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,124 miles
    Test number
    991668758166
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testPower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • 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)

  32. Pass82,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    82,471 miles
    Test number
    473054967164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Fail82,471 miles (+6,725)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,471 miles
    Test number
    430773767156
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass75,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    75,746 miles
    Test number
    180993766188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 DWL

Does Y297 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y297 DWL is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y297 DWL?
The MOT on Y297 DWL is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y297 DWL done?
Y297 DWL was recorded at 215,366 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 6,890 miles a year.
Has Y297 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 DWL has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y297 DWL 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 Y297 DWL find?
Y297 DWL passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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