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AY03 LOT

2010 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,964 mi
Last recorded79,964 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen California52,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 LOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 79,964 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 79,958 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 74,267 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Outer cover on both rear and centre sections loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2024 65,486 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 63,937 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

under-trays fitted not allowing for full inspection

Pass 28 Oct 2021 61,328 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

brake pipes covered by under tray

Pass 13 Oct 2020 57,681 miles

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

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

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

Rear rear exhaust box outer cover corroded

Pass 8 May 2019 53,453 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 52,800 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 52,800 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2017 50,908 miles

exhaust backbox outer skin badly deteriorated

Fail 1 May 2017 50,908 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust backbox outer skin badly deteriorated

Pass 20 Apr 2016 48,488 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 46,662 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 43,862 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2013 36,660 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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AY03 LOT is a 2010 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 52,184 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 AY03 LOT, 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 16 years old, this Volkswagen California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY03 LOT registered?

AY03 LOT is a 2010 Volkswagen California, first registered on 26 May 2010.

Is AY03 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 LOT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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