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Volkswagen Transporter

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,460 cc

S21 WCSMOT history

S21 WCS is a green diesel Volkswagen Transporter first used on 18 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 163,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2026.

S21 WCS green Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Transporter, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
163,904 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 WCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Transporter
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 WCS was last recorded at 163,904 miles on 12 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,904 miles · 5 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,904 miles
  • 2025 – 163,754 miles
  • 2024 – 162,198 miles
  • 2023 – 160,697 miles
  • 2022 – 160,692 miles
  • 2021 – 153,948 miles
  • 2020 – 147,043 miles
  • 2019 – 141,000 miles
  • 2017 – 132,874 miles
  • 2016 – 126,342 miles
  • 2015 – 124,051 miles
  • 2014 – 121,957 miles
  • 2013 – 121,352 miles
  • 2012 – 118,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,904 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front WET UNION AT ABS UNIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #RAM# BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,904 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    163,904 miles
    Test number
    857191834530
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  2. Fail163,904 miles (+150)2 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,904 miles
    Test number
    394213951445
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  3. Pass163,754 miles (+1,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    163,754 miles
    Test number
    887597188009
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass162,198 miles (+1,501)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    162,198 miles
    Test number
    729851342377
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass160,697 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    160,697 miles
    Test number
    108400336508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail160,692 miles (+6,744)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,692 miles
    Test number
    226949860150
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAbs unit damp?
  7. Pass153,948 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    153,948 miles
    Test number
    567676030617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WET UNION AT ABS UNIT
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #RAM# BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail153,948 miles (+6,905)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,948 miles
    Test number
    576936084455
    • DangerousENG\OIL NIL
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect REDUCED INTENCITY## POOR IMAGE (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL;;; ENG\OIL LEVEL
    • AdvisoryNearside Front WET UNION AT ABS UNIT
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement #RAM# BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass147,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    147,043 miles
    Test number
    317348271125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail147,043 miles (+6,043)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,043 miles
    Test number
    415956641025
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass141,000 miles (+8,126)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    141,000 miles
    Test number
    812484998012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,874 miles (+6,532)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    132,874 miles
    Test number
    163517357660
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush BOTH SHOKS SOFT (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryMIL##OIL
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  13. Pass126,342 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    126,342 miles
    Test number
    583642410087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail126,334 miles (+2,283)2 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,334 miles
    Test number
    153437235205
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer wall cut
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryBad oil leak low on oil
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine very noisey
  15. Pass124,051 miles (+2,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,051 miles
    Test number
    462725531926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  16. Fail121,957 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,957 miles
    Test number
    546007474249
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  17. Pass121,957 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    121,957 miles
    Test number
    957537774275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass121,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    121,352 miles
    Test number
    358704553479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail121,352 miles (+3,288)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,352 miles
    Test number
    635853353261
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  20. Pass118,064 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    118,064 miles
    Test number
    917994362231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear discs worn

Questions about S21 WCS

Does S21 WCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 WCS is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 WCS?
The MOT on S21 WCS is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 WCS done?
S21 WCS was recorded at 163,904 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2026, an average of 3,320 miles a year.
Has S21 WCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 WCS has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 WCS 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 S21 WCS find?
S21 WCS passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front nail in tyre.

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