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BG66 MRX

2016 Volkswagen California

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,657 mi
Last recorded89,657 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen California39,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG66 MRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCalifornia
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 89,657 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 83,982 miles

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

exhaust centre and back box corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2024 77,638 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jun 2024 77,309 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All Four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust centre box outer skin heavily corroded

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 69,417 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2023 69,417 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 63,194 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 60,112 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 54,034 miles

emissions did not provide read out

exhaust centre silencer outer skin corroded

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 16 Aug 2019 43,380 miles

emissions did not provide read out

under trays fitted,unable to check some components

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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BG66 MRX is a 2016 Volkswagen California in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BG66 MRX, 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 BG66 MRX registered?

BG66 MRX is a 2016 Volkswagen California, first registered on 21 September 2016.

Is BG66 MRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG66 MRX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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