MOT Status
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87,449 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in sidewall exposing cords. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front shock absorber shroud torn
Offside Front shock absorber shroud torn
Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
both front tyres worn on edges
both rear tyres slightly mishaped
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front shock absorber shroud torn
Offside Front shock absorber shroud torn
Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
both front tyres worn on edges
both rear tyres slightly mishaped
Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear egr pipe leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower shock bushes are worn (5.3.2 (c))
Manufacturer under vehicle covers fitted causing a reduced view to some components
Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
How Reliable is the Volkswagen California?
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AO16 HCZ is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
Across all 2016 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,598 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 AO16 HCZ, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was AO16 HCZ registered?
AO16 HCZ is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 29 April 2016.
Is AO16 HCZ safe to buy?
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