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AU13 EBJ

2013 Volkswagen California

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,347 mi
Last recorded81,347 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU13 EBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 81,347 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 78,077 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2025 78,076 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 74,417 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2023 71,531 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 59,995 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2022 59,995 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system corroded

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

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))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 50,389 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 45,983 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 39,436 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 31,298 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 24,671 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 23,899 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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AU13 EBJ is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AU13 EBJ, 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 AU13 EBJ registered?

AU13 EBJ is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 May 2013.

Is AU13 EBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU13 EBJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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