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AV12 LZO

2012 Volkswagen California

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,041 mi
Last recorded118,041 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 LZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 118,041 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust skin corroded

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 111,431 miles

Exhaust outer skin corroded

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 106,731 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 100,001 miles

Central exhaust outer skin corroded

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2021 94,287 miles

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 14 Oct 2020 87,244 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 80,237 miles

outer coating peeling off from exhaust center box.not leaking.

Pass 17 Oct 2018 73,515 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2018 73,515 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 63,055 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2017 63,055 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 54,624 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 48,253 miles

Offside front tyre tread worn on then inner edge

Rear inner brake pads appear to be getting low

Pass 27 Apr 2015 31,530 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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AV12 LZO is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AV12 LZO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 LZO registered?

AV12 LZO is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is AV12 LZO safe to buy?

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