BJ20 RVU

2020 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2020
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1968 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
13 July 2026 (29 days away)
Last recorded mileage
35,543 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 68/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2020 Volkswagen has 4 MOT tests on record with a 75% pass rate and 35,543 miles. The car's owner history shows a pattern of critical engine and timing component failures, which is a major concern for this specific model.

The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 9,197 miles/year, with no anomalies or suspicious drops, indicating normal and regular usage.

Things to check

  • Major failure: Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (2024-06-14) — a significant safety and structural concern.
  • Recurring advisories: Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (2024-06-14, 2024

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until July 2026, demonstrating current roadworthiness.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory with no suspicious drops or spikes, indicating normal usage.
  • No DANGEROUS defects recorded in the MOT history, which is a positive sign for immediate safety.

Mileage history

Jun 2023: 35,543 mi PASSJun 2024: 45,446 mi FAILJun 2024: 45,647 mi PASSJul 2025: 50,924 mi PASS51k43k36kJun 2023Jul 2025

MOT test history — 3/4 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2023 PASS 35,543 mi None recorded
Jun 2024 FAIL 45,446 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Jun 2024 PASS 45,647 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Jul 2025 PASS 50,924 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BJ20 RVU, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.