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Volkswagen Caravelle

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y49 KODMOT history

Y49 KOD is a red diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 213,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

Y49 KOD red Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
213,822 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
8,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 KOD
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
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y49 KOD was last recorded at 213,822 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 3,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,509 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,313 miles
Average per year
8,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 213,822 miles
  • 2024 – 210,509 miles
  • 2023 – 206,585 miles
  • 2022 – 203,598 miles
  • 2021 – 197,927 miles
  • 2020 – 191,707 miles
  • 2019 – 184,328 miles
  • 2018 – 175,678 miles
  • 2017 – 165,788 miles
  • 2016 – 155,472 miles
  • 2015 – 147,968 miles
  • 2014 – 139,560 miles
  • 2013 – 130,091 miles
  • 2012 – 120,206 miles
  • 2011 – 109,515 miles
  • 2010 – 98,510 miles
  • 2009 – 85,089 miles
  • 2008 – 73,500 miles
  • 2007 – 61,615 miles
  • 2006 – 49,928 miles
  • 2005 – 40,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,822 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened different springs on rear (5.3.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

36 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,822 miles (+3,313)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    213,822 miles
    Test number
    302899278879
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring modified but not seriously weakened different springs on rear (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,509 miles (+14)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    210,509 miles
    Test number
    151377394118
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail210,495 miles (+3,910)2 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,495 miles
    Test number
    168134192951
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass206,585 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    206,585 miles
    Test number
    777555110187
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail206,575 miles (+2,977)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,575 miles
    Test number
    294133949170
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass203,598 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    203,598 miles
    Test number
    425430990602
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail203,598 miles (+15)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,598 miles
    Test number
    139688844513
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail203,583 miles (+5,656)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,583 miles
    Test number
    851506510225
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass197,927 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    197,927 miles
    Test number
    292630420293
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail197,919 miles (+6,212)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,919 miles
    Test number
    757252449571
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass191,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    191,707 miles
    Test number
    276484628434
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail191,700 miles (+7,372)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,700 miles
    Test number
    237282924324
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass184,328 miles (+74)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    184,328 miles
    Test number
    439595005442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail184,254 miles (+8,576)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,254 miles
    Test number
    731549744936
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass175,678 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    175,678 miles
    Test number
    122458365774
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  16. Fail175,669 miles (+9,881)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,669 miles
    Test number
    456756658192
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  17. Pass165,788 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    165,788 miles
    Test number
    397995310503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail165,768 miles (+10,296)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,768 miles
    Test number
    115466765786
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle sliding door. (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass155,472 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    155,472 miles
    Test number
    388046005084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail155,464 miles (+7,496)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,464 miles
    Test number
    195826162943
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass147,968 miles (+8,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    147,968 miles
    Test number
    473824604998
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass139,560 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    139,560 miles
    Test number
    877396834337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail139,553 miles (+9,462)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,553 miles
    Test number
    315505934335
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass130,091 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    130,091 miles
    Test number
    918393323380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail130,090 miles (+9,884)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,090 miles
    Test number
    435662623319
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass120,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    120,206 miles
    Test number
    669285132372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail120,206 miles (+10,691)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,206 miles
    Test number
    907285132357
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  28. Pass109,515 miles (+11,005)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    109,515 miles
    Test number
    469942131342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass98,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    98,510 miles
    Test number
    874638820316
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Fail98,503 miles (+13,414)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,503 miles
    Test number
    403028420342
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass85,089 miles (+11,589)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,089 miles
    Test number
    692211839320
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in front tyre
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  32. Pass73,500 miles (+673)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    73,500 miles
    Test number
    543371438367
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteTemp repair to vacuum pipe

  33. Fail72,827 miles (+11,212)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,827 miles
    Test number
    803374128336
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  34. Pass61,615 miles (+11,687)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,615 miles
    Test number
    772611137386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass49,928 miles (+8,970)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,928 miles
    Test number
    561940346312
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  36. Pass40,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    40,958 miles
    Test number
    262076035348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y49 KOD

Does Y49 KOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y49 KOD is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y49 KOD?
The MOT on Y49 KOD is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y49 KOD done?
Y49 KOD was recorded at 213,822 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 8,656 miles a year.
Has Y49 KOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 KOD has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y49 KOD 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 Y49 KOD find?
Y49 KOD passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; coil spring modified but not seriously weakened different springs on rear, and 2 more.

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