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AU63 XXV

2013 Volkswagen California

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,202 mi
Last recorded96,202 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU63 XXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 96,202 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 96,200 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 91,016 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2024 91,016 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2023 82,966 miles

Both rear tyres worn uneven on inner edge

Exhaust boxes deteriorated

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

Fail 12 Oct 2023 82,966 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Both rear tyres worn uneven on inner edge

Exhaust boxes deteriorated

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 75,545 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 75,545 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 68,160 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2021 68,159 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 62,118 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 56,205 miles

Both front tyres getting close to legal limit

Pass 4 Oct 2018 45,711 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 32,441 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 32,409 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 22,713 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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AU63 XXV is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AU63 XXV, 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 AU63 XXV registered?

AU63 XXV is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 5 October 2013.

Is AU63 XXV safe to buy?

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