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AV61 LHM

2011 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

42,275 mi
Last recorded42,275 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 LHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 42,275 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 41,096 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2024 40,294 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Mar 2023 39,090 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2023 39,086 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 37,699 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2022 37,699 miles

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

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 36,100 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 34,876 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 31,595 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 27,436 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 27,436 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 22,599 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2017 22,598 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under tray fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2016 15,583 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 9,245 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 8,394 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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AV61 LHM is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 AV61 LHM, 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 AV61 LHM registered?

AV61 LHM is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is AV61 LHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 LHM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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