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AY66 XBF

2016 Volkswagen California

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,706 mi
Last recorded55,706 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY66 XBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,706 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front day time running light not working

Fail 2 Sep 2025 55,706 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front day time running light not working

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 49,645 miles

Offside Front Daytime Running Lamp inoperative.

Pass 13 Oct 2023 42,106 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 32,444 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and stepped, worn on outer edge. 5.3mm @centre of tread. 215/60R17C. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and stepped, 5.8mm @centre of tread. 215/60R17C. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 25,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges, 5mm @centre of tread. 215/60R16C. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on both edges, 5mm @centre of tread. 215/60R16C. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 19,437 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,549 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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AY66 XBF is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 39,598 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 AY66 XBF, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY66 XBF registered?

AY66 XBF is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 11 October 2016.

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