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Volkswagen Caravelle

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,461 cc

Y896 NLMMOT history

Y896 NLM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Caravelle first used on 17 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 165,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

Y896 NLM blue Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
165,111 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 NLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Caravelle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 NLM was last recorded at 165,111 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 7,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,942 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,169 miles
Average per year
5,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,111 miles
  • 2025 – 157,942 miles
  • 2024 – 155,117 miles
  • 2023 – 155,023 miles
  • 2021 – 153,497 miles
  • 2020 – 148,002 miles
  • 2019 – 138,138 miles
  • 2018 – 129,742 miles
  • 2017 – 119,471 miles
  • 2016 – 112,717 miles
  • 2015 – 102,427 miles
  • 2014 – 94,654 miles
  • 2013 – 88,462 miles
  • 2012 – 82,734 miles
  • 2011 – 76,322 miles
  • 2010 – 70,916 miles
  • 2009 – 66,579 miles
  • 2008 – 57,405 miles
  • 2006 – 56,908 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,111 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Bumper support arm Excessively corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Front of inner arch Excessively corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Under sill corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,111 miles (+7,169)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    165,111 miles
    Test number
    916225861763
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass157,942 miles (+2,825)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    157,942 miles
    Test number
    340468988941
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass155,117 miles (+94)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,117 miles
    Test number
    556908287970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass155,023 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,023 miles
    Test number
    593442967643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail155,008 miles (+1,511)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,008 miles
    Test number
    104037100066
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass153,497 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    153,497 miles
    Test number
    831681094257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Fail153,497 miles (+5,495)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,497 miles
    Test number
    487886532380
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass148,002 miles (+9,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,002 miles
    Test number
    492140817831
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass138,138 miles (+37)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,138 miles
    Test number
    416247855877
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper support arm Excessively corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front of inner arch Excessively corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Under sill corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight movement detected at the steering wheel

  10. Fail138,101 miles (+8,359)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,101 miles
    Test number
    417918559432
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of the inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear of the inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper support arm Excessively corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front of inner arch Excessively corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Under sill corroded/holed but is outside of the prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight movement detected at the steering wheel

  11. Pass129,742 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    129,742 miles
    Test number
    690106363778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  12. Fail129,742 miles (+10,271)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,742 miles
    Test number
    390530620745
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  13. Pass119,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    119,471 miles
    Test number
    127227583197
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail119,471 miles (+6,754)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,471 miles
    Test number
    468824795131
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass112,717 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    112,717 miles
    Test number
    951543205918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner slight play rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail112,710 miles (+10,283)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,710 miles
    Test number
    614685779210
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner slight play rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive step (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass102,427 miles (+7,773)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,427 miles
    Test number
    696307965148
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges/starting to crack
    • NoteSuspension none standard

  18. Pass94,654 miles (+6,192)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    94,654 miles
    Test number
    876797664194
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inner edges

  19. Pass88,462 miles (+21)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,462 miles
    Test number
    287723963450
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked inner edge
    • NoteSuspension none standard

  20. Fail88,441 miles (+5,707)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,441 miles
    Test number
    856521163162
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked inner edge
    • NoteSuspension none standard

  21. Pass82,734 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,734 miles
    Test number
    929533762114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail82,734 miles (+6,412)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,734 miles
    Test number
    135843962160
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass76,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    957197041151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,322 miles (+5,406)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    565367441131
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  25. Pass70,916 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,916 miles
    Test number
    514005350142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/front tyre has cracking on side wall rear wiper split

  26. Fail70,916 miles (+4,337)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,916 miles
    Test number
    280374050148
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/front tyre has cracking on side wall rear wiper split

  27. Pass66,579 miles (+9,174)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,579 miles
    Test number
    484638269190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass57,405 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,405 miles
    Test number
    753311078069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,908 miles
    Test number
    420645616224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 NLM

Does Y896 NLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 NLM is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 NLM?
The MOT on Y896 NLM is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 NLM done?
Y896 NLM was recorded at 165,111 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 5,370 miles a year.
Has Y896 NLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 NLM has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y896 NLM 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 Y896 NLM find?
Y896 NLM passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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