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AY63 EJE

2013 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,416 mi
Last recorded70,416 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen California48,174 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY63 EJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 70,416 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 62,512 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 62,508 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 62,504 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 61,701 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 57,582 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 57,580 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 51,557 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 44,844 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nearside rear coil spring incorrectly seated.

Offside Rear Offside rear coil spring incorrectly seated.

Pass 27 Aug 2019 40,338 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 30,823 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 21,951 miles

Spare wheel/tyre-Different size to vehicle fitment(s)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 17,003 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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AY63 EJE is a 2013 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 AY63 EJE, 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.

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What year was AY63 EJE registered?

AY63 EJE is a 2013 Volkswagen California, first registered on 2 September 2013.

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