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BD11 PXS

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,885 mi
Last recorded108,885 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD11 PXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 108,885 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2026 108,885 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 108,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2025 108,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 105,335 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2024 105,335 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 101,952 miles

Nearside Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Jul 2023 101,952 miles

Nearside Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 98,508 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Oct 2021 94,550 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 91,851 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 83,002 miles

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

slight smearing on front windscreen wipers

Pass 17 Apr 2018 73,688 miles

slight smearing on front wiper blades

Pass 6 Apr 2017 63,474 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 54,482 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 46,551 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 35,421 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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BD11 PXS is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 50,801 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen California fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 348 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD11 PXS, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD11 PXS registered?

BD11 PXS is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 21 April 2011.

Is BD11 PXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD11 PXS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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