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AK13 UGU

2013 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

108,364 mi
Last recorded108,364 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 UGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 108,364 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 100,758 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 93,136 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 85,550 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 81,375 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 77,758 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 76,204 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 67,167 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 55,504 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 55,504 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 50,100 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 50,100 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 39,625 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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AK13 UGU is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AK13 UGU, 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 AK13 UGU registered?

AK13 UGU is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is AK13 UGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK13 UGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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