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AF62 YTX

2012 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

158,849 mi
Last recorded158,849 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 158,849 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 147,170 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 139,179 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 139,179 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 127,146 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 115,210 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 97,737 miles

Offside Front Outer cv boot has slight leak of grease

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 81,301 miles

both exhaust silencers outer skins have started to deteriorate

Fail 25 Aug 2016 81,301 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both exhaust silencers outer skins have started to deteriorate

Pass 17 Aug 2015 60,983 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 60,983 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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AF62 YTX is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF62 YTX, 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

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What year was AF62 YTX registered?

AF62 YTX is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 September 2012.

Is AF62 YTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YTX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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