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AP62 DTV

2013 Volkswagen California

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

72,440 mi
Last recorded72,440 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP62 DTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 72,440 miles

exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre beginning to wear smooth on edges

Fail 10 Jun 2026 72,434 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust system corroded

nearside front tyre beginning to wear smooth on edges

Pass 28 Apr 2025 69,486 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 28 Apr 2025 69,486 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction both front tyres wearing on edges and o.s front nearly through to cords on inner tread (8.2.1.2 (h))

exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2024 65,182 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front brake discs corroded.

Pass 23 Feb 2023 58,354 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2022 52,413 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edges

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2021 47,992 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2020 39,613 miles

Front discs corroded (inner edge)

Pass 22 May 2019 38,287 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 34,691 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 29,330 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 21,823 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 21,823 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red lens repaired with tape (1.3.2e)

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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AP62 DTV is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 48,174 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 AP62 DTV, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP62 DTV registered?

AP62 DTV is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 6 February 2013.

Is AP62 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP62 DTV 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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