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AK61 VHZ

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,270 mi
Last recorded71,270 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 VHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 71,270 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 70,326 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 68,945 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 68,945 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65R16c (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 67,189 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 64,122 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 62,019 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 60,375 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 60,375 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2018 58,273 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 58,273 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 52,741 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 47,585 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 40,451 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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AK61 VHZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AK61 VHZ, 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 AK61 VHZ registered?

AK61 VHZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is AK61 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 VHZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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