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AJ61 EBM

2011 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,476 mi
Last recorded88,476 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 EBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 88,476 miles

Parts of Suspension Components Corroded

Rear TYRES stepping on inner edges

Pass 31 Dec 2024 79,796 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2024 79,758 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many parts very corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 71,192 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear tyres wearing low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2023 62,663 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2021 53,581 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 42,986 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2019 34,992 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 32,356 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 29,196 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 25,016 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 21,610 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 17,911 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AJ61 EBM is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AJ61 EBM, 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.

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What year was AJ61 EBM registered?

AJ61 EBM is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 13 December 2011.

Is AJ61 EBM safe to buy?

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