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BD11 ZXA

2011 Volkswagen California

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

47,492 mi
Last recorded47,492 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD11 ZXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 47,492 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 46,946 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 45,959 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 45,959 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 41,952 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 34,593 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 28,789 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 24,718 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 21,827 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 16,748 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 16,748 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 May 2017 14,479 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 14,476 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 May 2016 13,317 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 11,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 11,149 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 8,725 miles

both front wiper blabe slightly worn

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 ZXA is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Silver with a 1,968cc 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 ZXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD11 ZXA registered?

BD11 ZXA is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is BD11 ZXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD11 ZXA 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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