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AO16 HCZ

2016 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

87,449 mi
Last recorded87,449 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO16 HCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 87,449 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 87,443 miles

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))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 75,039 miles

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))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 75,032 miles

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))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 66,185 miles

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))

Fail 4 Jan 2024 66,001 miles

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))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 53,385 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2022 53,385 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 42,255 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 42,255 miles

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))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 28,948 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear lower shock bushes are worn (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,647 miles

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?

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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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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