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AJ62 YTE

2013 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,875 mi
Last recorded26,875 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ62 YTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 26,875 miles

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f & o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f & o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust back box surface rust

Fail 29 Jul 2026 26,875 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low n/s/f & o/s/f (4.1.2 (a))

Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f & o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f & o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust back box surface rust

Pass 16 Jul 2025 23,776 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 23,448 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 22,120 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 21,168 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,911 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 17,930 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 16,656 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 14,085 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 10,479 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2017 8,986 miles

suggest tracking check fronts worn slightly uneven

under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 23 Jan 2016 7,179 miles

emissions passed to low to read

plastic under trays fitted unable to check some components

suggest tracking check slight wear on fronts

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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AJ62 YTE is a 2013 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 2013 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 48,174 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 AJ62 YTE, 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 13 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 AJ62 YTE registered?

AJ62 YTE is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 6 February 2013.

Is AJ62 YTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ62 YTE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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