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BD66 FNF

2016 Volkswagen California

Purple Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,395 mi
Last recorded85,395 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD66 FNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 85,395 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 74,911 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases EGR pipework (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 62,854 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S/R & O/S/R ()

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & damaged - tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & damaged - tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 62,734 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S/R & O/S/R ()

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & damaged - tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & damaged - tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 49,667 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 42,087 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,110 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 27,236 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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BD66 FNF is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Purple 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 BD66 FNF, 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 BD66 FNF registered?

BD66 FNF is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 28 September 2016.

Is BD66 FNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD66 FNF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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