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B6 GWN

2012 Volkswagen California

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,522 mi
Last recorded80,522 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 GWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 80,522 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 63,466 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 48,897 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 35,321 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 22,491 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 16,051 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 15,110 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 13,125 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 10,004 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 8,437 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 5,735 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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B6 GWN is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,874 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 B6 GWN, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B6 GWN?

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What year was B6 GWN registered?

B6 GWN is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is B6 GWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 GWN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B6 GWN have outstanding finance?

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