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Volkswagen Caravelle

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,461 cc

Y4 BPNMOT history

Y4 BPN is a green diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 8 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 187,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

Y4 BPN green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
187,479 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y4 BPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y4 BPN was last recorded at 187,479 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 5,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,388 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,091 miles
Average per year
8,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,479 miles
  • 2025 – 182,388 miles
  • 2023 – 176,874 miles
  • 2022 – 174,269 miles
  • 2021 – 170,750 miles
  • 2020 – 168,598 miles
  • 2019 – 162,477 miles
  • 2018 – 152,306 miles
  • 2017 – 141,557 miles
  • 2016 – 116,635 miles
  • 2015 – 90,614 miles
  • 2014 – 71,038 miles
  • 2013 – 67,848 miles
  • 2012 – 64,429 miles
  • 2011 – 59,344 miles
  • 2010 – 53,835 miles
  • 2009 – 46,897 miles
  • 2008 – 39,818 miles
  • 2007 – 33,689 miles
  • 2006 – 28,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail187,479 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside outer sill hole

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • No seats fitted to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • No rear seats fitted at time off mot

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail187,479 miles (+5,091)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,479 miles
    Test number
    161422464873
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded

  2. Pass182,388 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    182,388 miles
    Test number
    760244981892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill hole
    • AdvisoryNo seats fitted to rear
    • AdvisoryNo seats fitted to rear

  3. Fail182,380 miles (+5,506)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,380 miles
    Test number
    694925224458
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill hole
    • AdvisoryNo seats fitted to rear
    • AdvisoryNo seats fitted to rear

  4. Pass176,874 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    176,874 miles
    Test number
    528348764500
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time off mot

  5. Fail176,868 miles (+2,599)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,868 miles
    Test number
    895273880783
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time off mot

  6. Pass174,269 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    174,269 miles
    Test number
    101074653133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail174,265 miles (+3,515)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,265 miles
    Test number
    339003417402
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass170,750 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    170,750 miles
    Test number
    571410028815
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail170,724 miles (+2,126)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,724 miles
    Test number
    192154929431
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction anything larger than a golf ball size is a fail (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn boot split and slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively judders (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe exhaust heat shield is insecure
    • AdvisoryThe rear wiper blade is worn out and the arm elbow is siezed

  10. Pass168,598 miles (+6,121)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    168,598 miles
    Test number
    738663450705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass162,477 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    162,477 miles
    Test number
    755864994898
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen washer: jets Misaligned, not sufficient fluid to windscreen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail162,477 miles (+10,171)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,477 miles
    Test number
    856643542683
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen washer: jets Misaligned, not sufficient fluid to windscreen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass152,306 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    152,306 miles
    Test number
    882526707070
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre uneven wear to tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering rack rubber mountings perished

  14. Fail152,305 miles (+10,748)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,305 miles
    Test number
    575309753549
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre uneven wear to tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering rack rubber mountings perished

  15. Pass141,557 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    141,557 miles
    Test number
    654881384762
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail141,555 miles (+24,920)2 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,555 miles
    Test number
    556062209414
    • DangerousBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass116,635 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    116,635 miles
    Test number
    901091220815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Little effort to service brake performance
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Little effort to service brake performance
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum on min level (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency just within minimum requirements of 50% indicating adjustment or repair

  18. Fail116,635 miles (+26,021)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,635 miles
    Test number
    269346660855
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt rear, buckle insecure from belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Little effort to service brake performance
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Little effort to service brake performance
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum on min level (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency just within minimum requirements of 50% indicating adjustment or repair

  19. Pass90,614 miles (+77)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,614 miles
    Test number
    648243015164
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  20. Fail90,537 miles (+19,499)8 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,537 miles
    Test number
    389392615130
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  21. Pass71,038 miles (+3,190)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,038 miles
    Test number
    976065514128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass67,848 miles (+3,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,848 miles
    Test number
    666296533107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Pass64,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,429 miles
    Test number
    327346242124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,429 miles (+5,085)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,429 miles
    Test number
    229145142130
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs excessively worn

  25. Pass59,344 miles (+5,509)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    59,344 miles
    Test number
    349794541165
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight uneven wear

  26. Pass53,835 miles (+6,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,835 miles
    Test number
    444077740139
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass46,897 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,897 miles
    Test number
    501998739108
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges

  28. Fail46,897 miles (+7,079)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,897 miles
    Test number
    632088439179
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges

  29. Pass39,818 miles (+6,129)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,818 miles
    Test number
    422334648138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass33,689 miles (+5,137)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,689 miles
    Test number
    622940227141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass28,552 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,552 miles
    Test number
    282430616406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y4 BPN

Does Y4 BPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y4 BPN expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y4 BPN?
The MOT on Y4 BPN expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y4 BPN done?
Y4 BPN was recorded at 187,479 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 8,037 miles a year.
Has Y4 BPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y4 BPN has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y4 BPN 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 Y4 BPN find?
Y4 BPN failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: brake pedal anti-slip provision loose; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 2 more.

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