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AF12 XXL

2012 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

57,750 mi
Last recorded57,750 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 XXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 57,750 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight lump to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight lump to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all road tyres has small deep stone cuts to tread

Pass 20 Mar 2025 54,431 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 52,378 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 51,325 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 48,086 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 45,693 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 44,117 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

slight distortion on both rear tyres

Pass 5 Mar 2019 39,225 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 34,823 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 34,748 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 29,638 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 29,386 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 22,637 miles

nearside rear tyre tread getting low

nearside wiper blade rubber worn.smeary

offside rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 20 Feb 2015 17,730 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

all tyres have small cuts to tread and stones in them.

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges slightly.

n/s/r tyre at 3.5mm

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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AF12 XXL is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AF12 XXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF12 XXL?

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What year was AF12 XXL registered?

AF12 XXL is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is AF12 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 XXL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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