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BG61 UJJ

2012 Volkswagen California

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,002 mi
Last recorded84,002 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen California49,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 UJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 84,002 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 84,002 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 79,936 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 74,648 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 69,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 63,344 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 56,865 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 48,858 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2019 48,858 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 40,679 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 40,678 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 32,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 32,024 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 22,207 miles

child seat removed to inspect rear seat belt prior to test

Fail 5 Jan 2016 22,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured at 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

child seat removed to inspect rear seat belt prior to test

Pass 6 Jan 2015 16,447 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UJJ is a 2012 Volkswagen California in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen California models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 49,874 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 BG61 UJJ, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG61 UJJ registered?

BG61 UJJ is a 2012 Volkswagen California, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is BG61 UJJ safe to buy?

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