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AJ60 RKE

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,528 mi
Last recorded67,528 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ60 RKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 67,528 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust back box outer cover corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2024 65,033 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 63,161 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 61,893 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 61,893 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 59,957 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 57,226 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 54,932 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 47,101 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 40,267 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jan 2018 40,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 33,889 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 25,304 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 19,403 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2015 19,403 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 14,473 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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AJ60 RKE is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,801 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 AJ60 RKE, 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 15 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 AJ60 RKE registered?

AJ60 RKE is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 28 January 2011.

Is AJ60 RKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ60 RKE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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