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A13 WWY

2012 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,585 mi
Last recorded154,585 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 WWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 154,585 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 147,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 137,456 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Dec 2023 137,456 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 123,546 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 105,039 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 91,957 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 77,300 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 65,231 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 54,352 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 54,352 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 43,222 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 33,899 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen California?

Based on 80,899 MOT tests across 8,815 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
5,205
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
8,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 348
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 261
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A13 WWY is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 WWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen California typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A13 WWY registered?

A13 WWY is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is A13 WWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 WWY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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