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AX13 BCE

2013 Volkswagen California

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

132,920 mi
Last recorded132,920 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX13 BCE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 132,920 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 Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust cener and rear silencer outer skin deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2025 121,467 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

rear silencer outer skin falling apart

suspect front brake pads wearing thin

Fail 21 Feb 2025 121,467 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

rear silencer outer skin falling apart

suspect front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 4 Mar 2024 111,994 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

rear silencer outer skin deteriorated

Pass 2 Mar 2023 102,253 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 3 Mar 2022 94,711 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 94,711 miles

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 88,422 miles

NSR brake pads wearing unevenly

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))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 88,422 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative NS & OS (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

NSR brake pads wearing unevenly

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))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 82,803 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 70,985 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 14 Feb 2018 56,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 56,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 43,838 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

undertray fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2016 30,756 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 30,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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AX13 BCE is a 2013 Volkswagen California in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AX13 BCE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX13 BCE registered?

AX13 BCE is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is AX13 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX13 BCE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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