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Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

S20 WDYMOT history

S20 WDY is a grey diesel Volkswagen California first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 59,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

S20 WDY grey Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
59,447 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 WDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 WDY was last recorded at 59,447 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 5,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,183 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,264 miles
Average per year
4,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,447 miles
  • 2025 – 54,183 miles
  • 2024 – 45,344 miles
  • 2023 – 39,085 miles
  • 2022 – 35,013 miles
  • 2021 – 32,233 miles
  • 2020 – 29,926 miles
  • 2019 – 28,444 miles
  • 2018 – 26,241 miles
  • 2017 – 20,879 miles
  • 2016 – 16,422 miles
  • 2015 – 12,260 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,447 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,447 miles (+5,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    59,447 miles
    Test number
    786367061118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass54,183 miles (+8,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    54,183 miles
    Test number
    771504723620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass45,344 miles (+6,259)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    45,344 miles
    Test number
    714027412242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,085 miles (+4,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    39,085 miles
    Test number
    538803986561
    • AdvisoryFront washer pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryWet test
  5. Pass35,013 miles (+2,780)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    35,013 miles
    Test number
    170328958090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,233 miles (+2,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    32,233 miles
    Test number
    943133809970
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted.
  7. Pass29,926 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    231337127568
    • 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))
  8. Fail29,914 miles (+1,470)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,914 miles
    Test number
    623405193801
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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))
  9. Pass28,444 miles (+2,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    28,444 miles
    Test number
    960795398219
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass26,241 miles (+5,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    26,241 miles
    Test number
    228438871487
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
  11. Pass20,879 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    20,879 miles
    Test number
    872536520952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,422 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    16,422 miles
    Test number
    359358338056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass12,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    12,260 miles
    Test number
    115531905934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S20 WDY

Does S20 WDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S20 WDY is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S20 WDY?
The MOT on S20 WDY is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S20 WDY done?
S20 WDY was recorded at 59,447 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 4,322 miles a year.
Has S20 WDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 WDY has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on S20 WDY 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 S20 WDY find?
S20 WDY passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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