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AK14 UBU

2014 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,851 mi
Last recorded79,851 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen California46,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK14 UBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 79,851 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 72,900 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 65,770 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2023 65,758 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 59,021 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 52,715 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 46,505 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 38,607 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 30,618 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 21,400 miles

Engine warning light on

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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AK14 UBU is a 2014 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 46,070 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 AK14 UBU, 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 12 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 AK14 UBU registered?

AK14 UBU is a 2014 Volkswagen California, first registered on 14 May 2014.

Is AK14 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK14 UBU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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