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B4 CLF

2010 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,766 mi
Last recorded42,766 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen California52,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 CLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 42,766 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 40,099 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2025 40,099 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 36,985 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 34,916 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 33,505 miles

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Fail 20 Jan 2022 33,505 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 5 Jan 2021 31,222 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 26,903 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 26,903 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 22,659 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust Silencer Rusty

Pass 20 Jul 2017 19,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit going bald inner edge and tyre perishing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit going bald inner edge and tyre perishing (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 13,903 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 10,471 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 6,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2013 5,059 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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B4 CLF 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 B4 CLF, 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 B4 CLF registered?

B4 CLF is a 2010 Volkswagen California, first registered on 6 March 2010.

Is B4 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 CLF 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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