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AU61 PDZ

2011 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,423 mi
Last recorded79,423 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU61 PDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 79,423 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 77,121 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 75,234 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 71,057 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 28 Oct 2021 66,634 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 62,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 58,962 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tail box rear mounting bracket corroded/holed (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust center and rear silencer box corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2018 52,051 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 47,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 47,107 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 42,554 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 37,231 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 24,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres worn on outter 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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AU61 PDZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,801 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 AU61 PDZ, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU61 PDZ registered?

AU61 PDZ is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 11 November 2011.

Is AU61 PDZ safe to buy?

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