2005 Volkswagen Caravelle 2.5L Diesel · AP54 GKN
2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (2.5L, diesel). First registered 18 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 263,289 miles. MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 263,289 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AP54 GKN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
- 263,289 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP54 GKN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Caravelle (AP54 GKN) between November 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Outer Body component corroded and likely to cause injury welding (6.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
AP54 GKN Mileage History
- 18/11/2023253,904 mi
- 13/01/2025258,051 mi+4,147 mi
- 23/03/2026263,283 mi+5,232 mi
- 20/04/2026263,288 mi+5 mi
- 21/04/2026263,289 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,873 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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