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BG16 NNC

2016 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,970 mi
Last recorded52,970 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG16 NNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 52,970 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs heavily Glazed like lack of use, especially N/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Oct 2025 52,970 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs heavily Glazed like lack of use, especially N/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 49,607 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 46,164 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 42,306 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 33,161 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 29,604 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 20,251 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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BG16 NNC is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Grey 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 BG16 NNC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG16 NNC registered?

BG16 NNC is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is BG16 NNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG16 NNC 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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