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AJ18 CWJ

2018 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,966 mi
Last recorded39,966 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen California30,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ18 CWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 39,966 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2025 39,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2024 34,706 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 28,554 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2022 23,927 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 14,566 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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AJ18 CWJ is a 2018 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 30,836 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 AJ18 CWJ, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ18 CWJ registered?

AJ18 CWJ is a 2018 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is AJ18 CWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ18 CWJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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