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AV17 THK

2017 Volkswagen California

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,527 mi
Last recorded77,527 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen California36,464 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV17 THK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 77,527 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 77,527 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2024 65,354 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 58,461 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 47,193 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 38,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit for MOT test (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Strong smell of diesel in engine bay (Source unknown)

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2020 30,635 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2020

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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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AV17 THK is a 2017 Volkswagen California in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 36,464 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 AV17 THK, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV17 THK registered?

AV17 THK is a 2017 Volkswagen California, first registered on 22 May 2017.

Is AV17 THK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV17 THK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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