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AU12 XDD

2012 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,022 mi
Last recorded31,022 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 XDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 31,022 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 30,919 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers beginning to smear. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 30,919 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both OS and NS N/W. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers beginning to smear. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Vacuum pipe in engine bay heavily deteriorated.

Pass 14 Sep 2023 30,659 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective front wipers lightly smear on screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 29,967 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rears covered with a dog bed ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 29,407 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 28,454 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 26,109 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 24,472 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 22,776 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 21,680 miles

all tyres low on tread, light tread damage, wearing on edges

Pass 27 Feb 2015 18,642 miles

all tyres have small cuts to tread.

rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

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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AU12 XDD is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU12 XDD, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU12 XDD registered?

AU12 XDD is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is AU12 XDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 XDD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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