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AU16 NME

2016 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,831 mi
Last recorded74,831 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 NME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 74,831 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 74,831 miles

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

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

Offside 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 31 Jan 2025 63,970 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 63,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2023 49,316 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2023 49,316 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 40,647 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 40,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 34,214 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 30,929 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 28,299 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 21,701 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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AU16 NME 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 66.7%.

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 AU16 NME, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU16 NME registered?

AU16 NME is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is AU16 NME safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 NME shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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