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AK69 AOU

2019 Volkswagen California

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,737 mi
Last recorded43,737 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2019 Volkswagen California27,300 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK69 AOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2019
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 43,737 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 47,573 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2025 42,235 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Phone Holder In Drivers Swept Area / Not Removed As May Cause Damage To Screen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2024 30,994 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s worn thin both edges and damage to treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jul 2024 30,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s worn thin both edges and damage to treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 21,293 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 18,446 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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AK69 AOU is a 2019 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2019 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 27,300 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 AK69 AOU, 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 7 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK69 AOU registered?

AK69 AOU is a 2019 Volkswagen California, first registered on 29 October 2019.

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