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BG61 UHX

2011 Volkswagen California

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,658 mi
Last recorded75,658 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen California50,801 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 UHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 75,658 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 71,551 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 67,584 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 63,306 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 63,305 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 60,032 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 54,881 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 48,894 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 42,883 miles

rear tyres worn on edges 3mm

Pass 15 Dec 2016 35,671 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 30,584 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 24,649 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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BG61 UHX is a 2011 Volkswagen California in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BG61 UHX, 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

How do I check the history of BG61 UHX?

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What year was BG61 UHX registered?

BG61 UHX is a 2011 Volkswagen California, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is BG61 UHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 UHX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG61 UHX have outstanding finance?

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